Firsts

The first day of first grade was fairly uneventful. Mack had already explored her classroom from top to bottom at back to school night. Mack was up and ready to go and we walked to school where I waved as she joined a gaggle of girls and quickly forgot that I was there.  And so it goes, a new routine has developed. Mason is drowning in the windfall of attention that comes with being the only child at home during the day. Mack has missed her kindergarten teacher. First grade is very different. There is less singing and playing. While the teachers are all very nice, the children are treated like school-agers and , while there is plenty of friendliness , the warm-fuzzy feeling is a little muted. With that, though, comes more recess time and freedoms not afforded to young kids. Time will help her adjust to the difference. I hope it helps me miss her less . I love having more time to devote my attention to Mason but I do feel Mack's absence so much. This growing up is hard!

Last day of kinder, first day of first grade

Mr. Mason is having fun "painting"