The most wonderful time of the year!

School started!!!

Hayden: 1st Grade...Wayndot Early Childhood CenterCaite: 2nd Grade...Van Gorden Elementary

Isaac: 5th Grade...Van Gorden Elementary

Despite what Isaac says, the kids were excited about school this year. I'm excited for them to have a fresh start, meet new friends, and excel in school. Yes, they are at 2 different schools. In this district they have Early Childhood Centers for Pre-K-1st grade. Then Elementary from 2nd grade-6 grade. I like that 6th grade is still in elementary school. That gives me another year to prepare myself (and Isaac) for middle school.

When I walked Isaac and Caite to the bus stop (Isaac was way embarrassed, but EVERY parent was there, so I thought I better) there were TONS of people there. 20-25 kids get on at our stop! We have no shortage of kids in our neighborhood! The bus driver says her bus is full after only 3 stops. An hour later Hayden goes. There were 9 first graders at his stop (kindergarten doesn't start until Monday. The best part was that there are 2 boys Isaac's age just on the next street over! Hallelujah!! So we are all happy.

The kids came home happy as clams. They told me all about their day, new friends they played with, and how nice all their teachers are. I couldn't be happier for them. It's going to be a good year. Life is good to us. Although we miss our Arkansas friends like crazy, I am reassured everyday that this is where we are supposed to be. We feel so very blessed.