Kindergarten

Kindergarten

What are you most looking forward to this school year? Meeting new friends

When I grow up I want to be? Preschool teacher

My first friend I made is? Pepper and Ryan and Asher in the other class

What is your favorite thing about school? Double Recess and Buying Lunch

What was the best part of your day? Playing outside and swinging upside down

The best thing that happened today was? Double Recess!!! And riding my bike to school!

Ruthie's day started off nice and sweet. Mommy and daddy (after being up all night unable to sleep with the anticipation of their little girl going to school) got up and mommy made Ruthie chocolate chip pancakes. We sang Happy First Day of School to our sweet girl and let her chow down as I packed some of her favorite foods for lunch in her Owl Lunch Box (Little Whoo E) and we started getting dressed and ready for our big day!

We had lots of fun taking some fun pictures of our sweet girl and then Ruthie got on her bike and the boys in the stroller and away we went off to one of the biggest days (thus far) of Ruthie's life- Kindergarten. 

It was a great ride to school. Ruthie had the biggest smile on her face as she rode proudly to her school (Corl Street). She had me walk her to the door and then it was a quick hug and kiss and she was ready- she let go of my hand and walked proudly to her teacher. I backed slowly and instantly, the tears started. Did this really happen? 

I'm not going to lie- I watched the clock throughout the day, eager for the end of her school day so I could grab her in my arms again. She had a GREAT day!! Made a few friends and was ready to head down to Grange Fair for some rides and fun! Mommy made a special trip to McDonalds to celebrate a full day of school. 

We're over a week in- and she continues to LOVE each and every day!! Mommy still struggles as I miss her so much but I'm so happy for her. Up next- Preschool :)

Dear Ruthie,

I can't even believe we're here. The day I've know was coming but thought it would never arrive. Your first day of kindergarten. I am so excited for your new adventure. For the friends your going to meet. For the things you will learn. You're going to do great things my sweet girl and I can't wait to see what God does through you. You're a light in this dark world. Continue to be yourself. Love others well. Be a friend. A nice, caring, compassionate friend. You're ready for this day. 

Ruthie's 1st day of school- 1-hour orientation