He's a Kindergartner now

Today was the official first day of school. Sigh. I took the day off so I could spend it with the boys and be the one to take and pick Liam up from school. The morning was a bit rough (and LONG). I think we were just waiting around for the show, aka Kindergarten, to begin. Liam is an afternoon kindergartner--which has its pros and cons. The pros are that we don't have to worry about hurrying him up and out the door in the morning. The cons are we have to keep him somewhat clean (and busy) until school starts. I haven't been feeling 100% so my energy level is nil-it is just about all I can do to keep up with the boys today.

We got to the school about 10 minutes early along with all the other moms who were anxious to be on time. When we got there, Liam said "I'm so excited I'm shaking!!". He bounded out of the car and got right in line. He immediately started chatting with Alex-a boy he had met last week. I think they will be fast friends. Mrs. Jessen had the children line up boys and girls and I was amazed to realize that out of the 18 kids in his class, about 11 of them are girls. After giving them all name tags she had them walk into class. I watched him walk in and shed more then a few tears. I am counting down the minutes till I can go and get him. In the meantime I have baked cookies for him to eat when he gets home. I always remember my Mom having some special treat (usually apple dumplings) ready and baking by the time the first day of school was over. i'd love to continue the tradition with my kids.

The pictures I have posted are of pre-school, school line up, role call and the actual school itself. It is hard to tell today but they have a great view of the Flat Irons. Not pictured: Mom crying in her car.

More post school analysis tomorrow...