My Big 1st Grader!

Ethan was pumped to start first grade after a long summer. He saw his friends at Meet the Teacher and couldn't wait to go back to school! It was bitter sweet for me. I was ready for him to spend his days learning and interacting with his friends instead of sitting on the couch watching me clean. But I also feel like I'm losing him until next summer.

His new super cool Captain America backpack. Mean old mom made him use the same lunch box. Why buy a new one when the old one still works? (His backpack from last year was broken that's why he got a new one.)

Haha, I just noticed Caleb's shoe in this pic! And he's shooting lasers like Buzz Lightyear. We take what pics we can get these days.

Making the long walk in...

Good thing his buddy Will is in class with him! Makes for an easier transition to a new class.

Checking out the new locker.

Looking in his little supply pouch. He was all happy...until we turned to walk away. That's when the tears started. He said he was scared and didn't want me to leave. It made me realize that he is still my tiny baby no matter how grown up he wants to be. I probably held on to him a little too long and let him cry a little too long. I just felt so sad for him. But, alas, I knew he would be fine once we got out of there. So Mommy put on a big smile, gave him a quick hug, and bolted out the door.

After school he said he had a good day and that he didn't cry anymore. The next morning he wanted me to walk him in again...and there were more tears. This time I just gave a quick hug and then told his teacher he needed a few days to adjust to a new routine. The next day he rode with his friend Will and everything was just fine. And now, 2 weeks later, thankfully the tears have passed. He is settled into a routine and making new friends. Whew...now Caleb gets to start preschool next week....stay tuned.