Back to School!

Today marks the start of another school year.  This is a good thing!

The summer went fast--up until about 3 weeks ago.  That was the point when it became clear that there had been too much brotherly togetherness.  Whew.  It wears me out just thinking about all the wrestling, laughing, bickering, fighting, trying to stop kickball games in the house, not listening, not wanting to go to bed, juggling camps and schedules, and in and out of the house with the neighbor kids that happened over the summer.

But we made it!  School is back!

Connor is back for four-year old preschool.  He's such an old four-not by his birthday, but because he and his brother are inseparable.  I often think Connor believes he's six.

But back to preschool it is. 

Last night I asked him what he wanted to be when he grows up.  Without much hesitation, he said "a teacher."

Christian is such the big kid now.  He's starting first grade.

He's excited.

Very excited.

The boys got a little silly before school.

But soon it was time to go.

Connor was patient for one picture outside his school.

But then he was off. He had to get to his teacher, FAST!

This is Christian's first year with his own desk. 

After opening chapel we said goodbye and the kids were on their way.  I feel sorry for the teachers today though--the energy level in the classroom was off the charts this morning. 

After school, to celebrate, we'll be headed to Oh Lollie Lollie for a treat--if the boys have any energy left after a day with their friends.