Back to School

It's that time of year! We started the week off with Back to School night where the kids can meet their teachers, see their rooms, and drop off their school supplies. Both kids asked for bigger backpacks this year, which is silly because most of the time they don't even have anything in them, but their other backpacks didn't fit standard folders without bending down the corners. So, wish granted! I think Hadley could fit inside hers! The night was a success, teachers seem great (H has O's 1st grade teacher), and I was happy that big bro was helping little sis find her way around.

Yesterday was finally the first day of school! Hadley couldn't wait to get there and get started, but Owen was more reluctant to let go of his easy-going summer schedule.

It was a little chilly in the morning (hovering around 40 degrees already!), but we scootered/biked to school anyway. I was requested by both to accompany them to school and make sure they got in the right line, and I certainly appreciate and cherish this time in their lives when they want me to do so!

Unfortunately, the design of the school is such that 1st and 3rd grades are on opposite ends of the building, so depositing each kid in the right line was not quite as easy as it sounds. But we got there with plenty of time, agreed on an after-school meeting place, and got them both in their class lines before the first bell.

A new school and routine is a big adjustment, but it's easier with a familiar, friendly face. These girls are classmates once again! I'm sure it will be another fantastic year for my two scholars! (Never mind that Hadley told me that she went in the boys' bathroom on accident.) We're off to a good start!