First Day of School 2015-2016

Although it is still hot and summer-like, school started today and summer officially came to an end.  Not that we won't stop playing (because I really like to play), but we're back to a schedule, and homework, and learning.  Most of that is wonderful.  Brandt and Blythe have been excited to start school, and have really looked forward to going back.  We got lots of new school supplies a couple weeks ago, including new backpacks and lunch boxes, and new shoes and haircuts, and on Monday we went to Meet Your Teacher/Back to School Night.  Brandt has Mrs. Harrington for fourth grade (4th grade!!!!!) and Blythe has Mrs. Fueger (fee-ger with a hard g) for second grade (2nd grade!!!!).  They each know lots of people in their classes, and we are confident they will have a great year (at least we hope so).

When we woke up this morning, we found balloons and treats from Aunt Brenda and Uncle Brent.  Candies accompanied notes that said, "Go get 'em you Hot Tamales!" "U-No a lot--time to learn more!" and "Have a great day--you Smarties!"  It was super nice of them to think of Brandt and Blythe.

We weren't used to having to get out the door by a certain time, and Brandt and Blythe were almost late.  I had to pack lunches and gather school supplies, and after we paused to take a picture on the front porch, I somewhat frantically encouraged the children to "Hurry! Hurry! Hurry!"  Blythe announced that now that she was in second grade she did not need anyone to walk her to school.  I said, "How about just this first day.  We'll help carry school supplies."  "NO!" was her emphatic response.  So off she went alone, our big second grader.  Brandt was worried about being late, so Kent took him on the scooter. 

I did not go and meet them after school, but they both got home and told us all about the day.  Blythe's teacher gave them jitter juice, a delicious concoction of mango sherbet, strawberry lemonade, and 7-Up.  She told us we must get the ingredients and try it.  Brandt and I had an introductory SEP with Mrs. Harrington and Blythe and I would have met with Mrs. Fueger too, but she was behind schedule and we had to reschedule.  Here's hoping for great new year.

Off to school, all by herself.