First Day, Part 2

As Robert was taking off his shoes following his first full day of school, he said "I missed you, Colleen. But Mommy, I missed you most of all." What a heartbreaker.

Then came time to bounce off the walls. Poor Robert was so excited he just couldn't sit still. He was running in circles and twirling in the kitchen. Elizabeth was slightly more subdued, talking about what she needed to bring in the next day (including a permission slip for a field trip to The River in a couple of weeks).

Although they didn't do much on their first day, they had a good time, made some friends and there were no complaints when Day 2 rolled around. Success.

First Day, Part 1

The weather report mentioned "tropical humidity" this morning and the kids wanted to know what that meant. I told them it was going to rain today. Sooner rather than later, it turns out.

We were all gathered, introducing ourselves (two other girls at the stop are in Elizabeth's class - one recognized her from the Open House), and then the clouds let loose, soaking us to the skin. At least this gives them plenty of conversation starters on their way to school. Also, the bus arrived empty so they will be spared that sick feeling of asking a stranger if this seat is taken.