First Place Second Day

Daxton had his kindergarten assessment today which I was able to have the afternoon off to take him and meet his potential teacher *fingers crossed*  I could hardly wait for the big kids to get out of school today and meet them outside the kindergarten playground.  Being typical boys the recap of their second day of school was 2.5 seconds long.

After a big hug and asking if they had homework Dax and I presented them with their very sweet and elaborate after school snack of cupcakes and green apples.

Both boys reported they had a perfect day and that they already LOVE their teachers and classes.  Both had PE today which seemed like a good break in the day to work off some first week of school energy. 

We had back to school night for 5th grade and I think we all agreed that Ethan definitely wants to go back  tomorrow.  Carter really seems to love Mrs. H and 2nd grade so far!! As for Dax it was reported that he did very well on his assessment though I heard him several times tell her he didn't know what sound a specific letter made which I knew was just not accurate...but I think that kid already understands there needs to be room for improvement!

It definitely was a first place second day of school!!

xoxo - j

First Day of School 2019

Well they are all settled in to their new classes and I feel like a little piece of my heart is being left at the school up the street. *ugly cry face*

Carter and Ethan both jumped right out of bed, hopped into the shower and got themselves all ready for the day.  They were extra snuggley and huggy - I do wonder how many more days like this I'll have...where they won't be too proud or grown up to seek us out when they are scared or lonely or just need a little extra love.

We had out traditional pancake breakfast and had the pleasure of Dad being off of work this week to join us for this momentous occasion.  They were all laughs and smiles as we gave them first day pep talks - remember the rules, don't talk out of turn, be respectful - most importantly I think we told them they are smart and will do a great job a million times.

Before we knew it, it was time to head off to school.  After much begging and pleading Ethan let us walk him to class "just for today" because you know it was our last first day of elementary school with him.  I mean I feel like it's my right as his mother to get one last first day of school hug and kiss and walk to the classroom door.  Both of them knew exactly where they were going and what to do with their backpacks and lunchboxes...I was blinking back tears the whole time trying to not make a scene.

They had a great first day and I'm positive that they are both more than ready for 5th and 2nd grade.  Just one more week and Daxton will start kindergarten!

xoxo - j