The First Day of School

Remember where you were Mr. Aidan on  August 16th, 2012.  We  always will for sure!  

Congratulations on your first day of school...unbelievable how far we've come since December 28th, 2006.

Well Aidan had a fantastic day today at St. Joe's.  He told us that he was sad that tomorrow is another half day...he wants to stay at school ALL DAY!  Well, come Monday, he'll be there all day.

He told us lots and lots of stories today on what they did.  Prayer by Mrs. Dickey, a tour of the school, playtime outside at their own dedicated Kindergarten playground, learning new names and how life will work for the next 41 weeks!  He couldn't stop talking about all the fun things they did and how much he loves his school.

Entering the school for the first time, we were greeted by just about every teacher with a "Hello! Welcome! It's great to see you!".  That was pretty cool.  And absolutely no tears, either by parents or child, he was confident and calm, we'll call him "Iceman".

So here's the day in pictures:

Now that he's a big school boy, it's time for breakfast at home.  This morning a little waffles with strawberries with a side of Sesame Street.

Big school aged boys have to pack lunches (or snacks on half days).  Aid's snack of choice today was a squeezy applesauce, whole grain Cheez-its and some Annie's fruit snacks. 

Big guys also have to carry a backpack and bring in a Kindermat....Aid has a stylish but practical embroidered backpack...collegiate style :)

Next, it was time to get dressed, take some pictures and move out!

Won't be long until we have two boys dressed alike each day of the week!  

(Can you believe how big that little guy is!? He's huge-mongous!  No wonder why people ask if they are twins...and he doesn't eat anything, how can he grow!?!?)

Backpack ON, Check.  Lunchbox in Hand: Check!

Lookin' good!

The rules on shoes at St. Joe's is strict....but we found these awesome Pumas and Aidan loves them. 

I think our next door neighbors were stalking us, just to come over and offer to take pictures.  They have an 8th grader and a 5th grader and have been wonderfully helpful in answering our questions about Aid's school.  The Hacker's are really great and took this picture of us!

So now it was onto school.  Courtesy of Mommy and Daddy Taxi service, we pulled in and parked.  On the first few days they let you walk the kids to class, but I think Aid was ready to go by himself!

With the steeple of St. Joe's behind....

And the front of the school....

Aid was ready to go!

We walked him in to his classroom.  Something about the school felt so good.  I don't know if it was the teachers or the artwork or just something that brought back Emmy and my experiences as elementary school students...it was pretty special.

He was EXCITED!

Chicka-chicka Boom Boom, Welcome to your New Room!

Mrs. Dickey showing Aidan where his cubbie/locker was.  He's #4, which I'm informed now, is his new favorite number.

He found his spot at the table and was ready for us to hit the road.

Mommy finished up some questions with Mrs. Dickey and....

Mookie Mooks had to give him a send off in the only way that brothers should... a big 'ol kiss on the cheek! I'm telling you, those boys love each other.  Totally best friends.

A great kiss from Mommy and a high five from Dad and we were off!

Here's how we left him.  Mrs. Dickey talking to him about the fun they would have today!  He doesn't look a bit sad, does he?  "Iceman" in full ready-to-learn mode :)

And before you knew it, it was time for pick up.  Mommy took a half day and picked up at noon.  Mr. Aidan was #1 out of the building following another one of the Kindergarten teachers to the North Parking Lot.  Do you think he had didn't have a great time today???

We are so happy that today went off so well.  Our hope is that Aidan will continue to love school, love learning and excel.  I have no doubts that he will accomplish everything that he sets his heart to.  We thank all those who have helped us be the best parents that we can be, either through example, discussion or just a few laughs on how you never gave us sugar cereal in the morning before school (thanks, Grammy T!) :)  

It was a great day....and tomorrow will be even better.  We now have a Kindergartner...celebrations abound!

Thanks for reading...have a great night.

Ty, Emmy, Aidan and Ethan