First Day of School

The kids started school in Arizona today. This is the 3rd new school in as many years. However, it didn't feel that way at all. The kids already had tons of friends both in their classes and in other classes that were excited to see that we were back.

Colton started Jr. High today, and I was a ball of nerves. How in the world is he old enough to be in Jr. High?? And really, is there any way he is actually going to be able to move from class to class and stay on top of his work for 7 teachers? This ought to be interesting! Colton was not hardly nervous at all. He is so even tempered. So much his father's child.

Miss Whitley started 5th grade. She was already planning on where to meet her 2 best friends for recess and lunch. She is definitely "home". Her teacher is Mrs. Green and she is a prankster. I actually chose her for Whitley because after having such a hard year last year, I figured she could use a little humor at school. I mean, she has forever to have to work her guts out!
And then there's Kennedy. She is in 2nd grade and has Ms. Busken. This was Whitley's 2nd grade teacher and she has been asking for Kennedy since she was in kindergarten. Kennedy is going to love her! She was probably my most nervous child this morning, but she usually is. She was funny about her outfit. She knew exactly what she wanted to wear, all the way to how she wanted me to do her hair. She is so opposite from Whitley in that reguard. Whitley wants to look good. Kennedy wants to wear what is best for playing out at recess. I guess that's the difference in their age.

It's so nice to have some structure back our lives. I love the summer, and spending time with my kids. But I love a good schedule even more!