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Archive for ‘back to school’
Going to “Cool”
It’s a week past the first day of school, but these are my memories and my snapshots. It was a hectic morning, as most mornings are, but the kids were eager to go. And not just these two, who were cleared for school: But this little, spunky three-year-old wanted to go too… (“I go cool! […]
Good Luck, Smartie Pants
So, of course, it’s that time again! Back to school for my kiddos and millions of kiddos across the country. Around here, we have a tradition that I like to call a “Back-to-School Feast.” I tell you what, I really threw it together this year. It was quite the afterthought to vacation. Luckily, in 2012, […]
The Golden Rule
So last night was our annual Back-to-School Feast. This year’s theme: “The Golden Rule, Treat Others As You Want to Be Treated.” I admit I put some time, with Lily’s help, into preparation for the event, getting the table just so, making some gorgeous paper decorations to complement the whole deal, making dinner and a […]
Wishes for Maxwell
This striking trio of first cousins started preschool together this morning. My Max was ready to go, his eyes gleaming and his Autobots backpack and Cars lunchbox sparkly new. My hope for Maxwell is that today marks a long road of lifelong learning, both in the classroom and out. I pray he finds friends, wisdom […]
We’re Back!
Lily is taking first grade right in stride, just as I knew she would. This little fashionista is her mother’s daughter, though, I promise you, I didn’t have NEARLY the fashion sense she does at age six. Anyway, she jumped out of bed yesterday and rushed off to meet the rest of her life. These […]
Do Your Best
I decided to organize a little Back-to-School Feast for our beautiful first-grade queens, Lily and Julia. They head off on that big yellow bus in the morning, but tonight: lasagna, cupcakes, crowns and a fashion show! Our theme: Do Your Best! Miss Lily will have Mrs. Starkey, who was MY first-grade teacher 25 years ago!! […]