Back to School

The day finally arrived… Tuesday the 23rd … the first day of school. The kids had their first week of clothes planned, folded, and piled. Hannah’s been planning her hair styles and accessories. They decided to try Messenger Bags this year. I’m glad they are back at school… and I’m sad they are back at school. I miss their help, but I know a schedule is better for our fam. What will I do with 3 kids under the age of 3 at home all day. Yikes.

Here’s Abe with his teacher for this year. He keeps saying how she’s funny. He learned the ‘Apples and Bananas’ song using all the long and short vowels. He laughed singing it – so cute! I didn’t get to go to back-to-school night but Jimmy was able to meet the teachers and get the scoop on the year. Abe met up with his friends Jacob and Garrett at lunch and recess. He seems to be chipper about school thus far. I hope he has a splendid year!

Hannah spent time all summer long creating songs, poems, and drawings for her new teacher. I loved her unique drawing. She made a Super-Hero-Pencil bookmark. And then wrote 2 pages worth of the 12 days of school that she made up. Clever girl. She took extra care picking her outfit and hair accessories. First day she came home and said, “I sit by a girl named Brooke. She is so quiet and shy… just the opposite of me!” Hannah generally is pretty shy too until she knows and feels comfortable with people so it was a funny comment. She was thrilled to meet up with her best friend Isabella at recess.

Jimmy gave the kids father’s blessings the night before and they realize it is a special moment. Max made sure to line up and get his turn as well. I’m grateful for these family times to connect spiritually with each other.

I sure hope and pray the kids have a great year with their teachers, friends, and schoolwork. They do so much good and I hope they believe in their abilities.