A welcome day for a mother, an unsure day for a kindergartner, a "NOT YET" (whine included) day for a second grader and a fashion show for a fifth grader....I wish I were one of those moms who hates to see the summer end, and granted, I do miss my kids when they go back to school, but I admit it. I really enjoy the peace and quiet of the first day back. I got all my bathrooms cleaned, floors mopped, cookies made, and still had vacuum lines in my carpet when the kids arrived home on the bus! Kate was an angel all day and we even sat down and talked about the letter A. And though I teared up as they stepped onto the bus this morning, it was a FaBulOus day!
I cannot believe how grown up this girl is getting. I absolutely adore her and can't wait to see what this year has in store for her. She was such a huge help to Allie, making sure she found her classroom okay and had someone to sit by on the bus. Such a great big sister. 
Layton was not quite sure he was ready to start school yet, but he was the one who had the most to say when he got home! He was also a great help to Allie, watching out for her in the hall and helping her find the right bus line. 
And cute little Allie. What a big day for her. They changed the kindergarten schedule this year, so she goes all day, every other day. I could tell she was pretty spent when she got home. She did great though, only getting lost once, and finding Morgan at just the right time to help her find her way. (a little tender mercy for mom, who was home praying for her all day!) 
I love these kids. They really are eachother's best friends. Don't get me wrong, they do have thier moments of teasing and tattling (which is why this is a welcome day for mom), but when it comes right down to it, they truly love eachother, and it makes me smile.
A few pics of the morning...
Our neighbor is a police officer and I thought it was funny that her kids were getting out of a squad car at the bus stop...
Waiting in the bus line
Allie getting on the bus for the first time (right about the time I teared up)
And they're off....
Thursday, August 20, 2009
The FaBUloUs First Day!!!
Posted by Angie at 8:20 PM
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I have to admit... I teared up reading your blog. Looking at that picture of Allie getting on the bus. What is the deal?? Why is that such a tender spot? Perhaps it's because I will be doing that same thing a about a week!! I love those pictures Ang, Morgan is really growing up. She is so sweet. And Layton is so handsome! What beautiful kiddos you have!
They are beautiful kids! And you are such a great mom. I still have two years before my oldest starts kindergarten, and I have to remind myself everyday to enjoy my kids at home now because it seems like once school starts, the years go by so quickly. But, those quiet days at home sound pretty nice some days. :) Enjoy!
Your kids are so cute!! I hope the second day was easier for everyone!
Wow, Morgan is so grown up and beautiful! Ben's biggest worry of the day was finding the right bus to come home on. And I agree--it's amazing how much you get done in a day without all the kids at home!!
Are we really old enough to have kids this old? Where does the time go? I was just telling Amy this the other day~ We have kids almost the same age that we all met each other!! That is CRAZY! I can only pray that my kids find wonderful friends like I've had in my life! CUTE, CUTE, kids!
They are such cute kids. I teared up the first day too, but that doesn't mean I wasn't SO excited to get our life back on schedule. Glad they had a good day and take care of eachother!
Your kids are so cute! Glad to have you as our neighbors.
So sweet! We started school a couple weeks ago, and I had a new kindergartener too. These kids amaze me! Glad everyone enjoyed their day & that you guys are doing well!
Great 1st day of school pics. I can't believe all of your kids are at school. Jenna and I are just hanging out together for 3 more years.
Aw. How cute. It's awesome to have kids looking out for each other at school. Chloe will be in 5th grade before she has a sibling in school! She (and her mom too) are jealous for sure. Happy back to school.
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