River started first grade. River is going to the same school is daddy did (Rocky started school at first grade, too) and he is even in the same classroom (different teacher, of course) his daddy was in.
So here are a few snapshots from the first day.
What you won't see photos of are all the many tears this mama cried on that day. I made it through the drop off, but goodness gracious...the flood gates opened up once Aspen and I reached home. Aspen didn't know what to do except hug me. I couldn't have asked for more. I love that girl that her caring, sensitive heart.
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| River in deep thought. He is trying to take everything in. :-) |
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| River was apparently ready for his sister to leave. :-( |
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| His embarrassed face. Yes, he is followed by his own personal paparazzi. :-) |
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| The theme of the classroom is camping. Cute, eh? |
Aspen and I decided we'd go surprise River and have lunch with him at his school (you know...as Aspen and I missed our boy). :-) This really helped break up the very long day...Aspen was so excited to eat with River and the other big kids. She was also pretty excited about having her lunch bag packed.
Well...we survived the first day of school and... as you can tell from how long ago it was that school actually started.. we have survived the first couple of months.
Aspen and I are getting into the swing of things with us it being just us..she's learning how to read and really catching on quickly. We are enjoying our one on one time together. On many occasions during our nightly worships, when asked what is one thing she is thankful for today, she has said, "being with mommy while River is at school." Needless to say..my heart was warmed.
I have noticed that she is a bit more attached to me these days, but I am sure that is quite normal as having her big brother gone for most of the hours of the day is a big adjustment for a little lady, indeed.
Oh, yes...and River absolutely LOVES school, in case you were curious. His teacher, Mrs. Smith, is great. I also think River is meshing with his classmates nicely.
I am happy that he is happy and is learning so much. Since school has begun he has developed a love for writing and I am quite thankful about this.
Currently, his favorite subjects are P.E., recess, and writing. :-)
As far as the homefront goes...we are slowly, but surely, getting used to the school schedule. We are learning how to squeeze in homework time (granted, this is a small amount being that it is first grade, of course), playtime/sports, dinner, bath/shower times, worship, then early bed time..It's happening. We are adjusting.
Thanks for reading my first day back to school ramblings.. :-)
Better go get ready for another school day tomorrow. The day starts bright and early.
With much love,
Kelly
