This week is the first week of school. At the time of this writing, it is actually day 3. The kids have enjoyed it so far but it is early. I have no doubt that they will have an awesome year. So let’s begin.
Lexi has a busy school year. She is a Freshman this year. Volleyball started off hard this week. If she doesn’t have a game, then she has practice. Something every day. Plus, she had homework last night. I don’t remember her ever having homework before. But now High School starts off with a bang. She is a smart girl and will do just fine. She has grown up to be a beautiful girl.
Allison stated that on her first day of school that she LOVES 6th Grade. I asked her why and she said that it was because it was less stressful. You see, she is the type of person that is organized but gets stressed out when she is reminded about deadlines and such. She said that it is more laid back for her. It is at this grade level that they start letting you keep up on your own and give you a little more independence. She will do great.
Bradley was so excited after his first day of school. He said “Dad, they even let me chew gum in class!” I explained to him that I was certain that it was up to each teacher to decided. He wanted to play basketball this year but this year they do not have basketball for the boys until 4th grade. Maybe next year. I was surprised that they let the kids in his class bring bottled water to have at their desk if they bring it from home so that they will not have to get up for a drink. My Little Fella is growing up fast.
In the meantime, I have taken vacation this week so that I can take the kids to school in the mornings and pick them up after school. I have done this for the past several years. I enjoy being with the kids and getting them up in the mornings so that they are not stressed out. I fixed them waffles this morning. They seemed to enjoy it. It’s also great when they are gone to be able to relax a little. I do have a list of things (that my wife helped me make, LOL) to get done this week so it keeps me busy. But I do enjoy the times when Michelle is off work this week with me so that we can sit on the couch and watch those movies that we have recorded on the DVR. Michelle asked me if I wanted to be a stay at home Dad because the last few mornings, I have gotten up early and cooked breakfast for everyone. I think one morning, I had even made Michelle a Cappuccino with her breakfast. I told her that I could really get into it. She thinks that I might get board but if I stayed at home, the days would get away from me. I love my Wife and Kids so much. I could really enjoy being with them everyday and getting them ready for school and picking them up each day and going on the field trips and such, but Work starts back for me next week.
OH, THE SWEET THINGS IN LIFE!
