Your kung fu is no match for my rockets!

Today was the first day of school! WOOHOO! All I can say is WOW. Truly, wow.

I know most of you know I'm not a religious person. But, I consider myself spiritual and moral. I believe in good and truth - I believe you reap what you sow and so on and so forth. I do, however, still believe in blessings. Today I feel so very blessed. Both boys have been placed in AMAZING classes this year with incredible teachers. I feel like both of them were just meant to be with these women and children.

{The obligatory first day photo at home!}

We started the morning outside Cam's classroom (portable) chatting with other families and warming up to Mrs. Colson, Cam's teacher for this year. Campbell is one of 7 2nd graders and 9 3rd graders. The children for this class (the only one in the school) are specially chosen for their ability to work independantly, their exceptional behavior and their high test scores. (The third graders are similarly chosen)



Unlike other years we were actually able to go into the classroom. I felt a surge of excitement when Mrs. Colson told us we could check out the room, as we usually have to wait for back to school night. (Which will be in a couple of weeks) The room was lovely, not plain and uninteresting. The schedule was on the board and Campbell's desk was next to his friend Tommy's! The room even *smelled* nice. I felt like we were leaving our boy in such good and capable hands. I've had a sense of apprehension both years before this -- not this time! I know he's going to soar this year - I can't wait to watch him stretch his wings and really go for it.

{Campbell and Tommy. Tommy was in Campbell's class last year, also!}

{Two boys on the handball court}

{At his desk}

After lunch Sawyer got to go into his classroom and get to know his teachers in a smaller setting. (There were only 2 other students there at the time) I already know one of his teachers (Mrs. Fleming) fairly well - so it was nice for all of us to see her again. This time, we were able to also get to know Mrs. Snow. Again, I felt like this was going to be such a warm and inviting place for my boy. I know he'll get warmth and love -- but he'll be encouraged to grow and excel. Some of my friends are nervous for their childs placement, but I'm full of anticipation and excitement for both of my boys!

{In front of the school}

{With Mrs. Snow and Mrs. Fleming}
{out front}

As if the first day of second grade and kinder wasn't enough - ANDY MADE HIS COACHING DEBUT! Tonight Sawyer's soccer team (the giants) had their first practice. Andy did great and the boys were on their game for about 45 minutes, then he started losing them. But, they *are* 5 years old. I think he did great and Sawyer was thrilled that his dad was the coach.



Just because the baby didn't have a monumental day like his brothers, doesn't mean he didn't get his picture taken!


Tomorrow is Sawyer's real first day of kinder!