Well, the boys went back to school last month. Is it wrong to give a little Hallelujah? Don't get me wrong, I love them, love having them around and spending time with them but by the time summer comes to an end it seems like they're all at each others throats, there's fighting and just too much craziness....I'm just ready for my regular routine again! Plus, this is the first summer that I've been a working mom so it's been a little rougher because of that.
Elijah started Jr High this year. This was way harder on my then it was on him. He was anxious his first day but he took a deep breath and headed into it like a mature young man. :( Me on the other hand? Not so much. As he left me van and walked towards the school it hit me and I started sobbing like a little baby. Even Nicolas told me to get over it lol. (see what I have to deal with?) After the first few days when he got used to his locker, changing classes and following his schedule things were way smoother. I think he has the hang of it all now. He's getting so old, I can hardly believe he's a 6th grader and will be 12 years old this year. How is that possible???
Nicolas moved to Central this year. In our town there's a school just for Kindergarten, a school for 1st and 2nd graders, a school just for 3rd-5th grade, then Jr High (6-8) and High School. Yes, that does make having kids in multiple grades VERY difficult. Anyway, he started 3rd grade this year...so a new school. This is his teachers last year teaching, she's retiring after this year. I've heard she's kind of strict which I'm kind of happy about because if you know Nicolas, you know he needs a teacher like that! So far he seems to be doing well. We've really stressed to him that he needs to do well this year now that he's in Central, no more goofing around. I guess we'll soon see if that happens. He's a very smart kid, just doesn't apply himself.
Joshua started 1st grade this year (and a new school as well). I LOVE his teacher. Nicolas had her for 1st as well and she is one of the sweetest teachers I've ever known. I know her personality will work VERY well with Joshua's so I'm very excited about what this year will bring for him. He's a hard worker and did very well in Kindergarten. So far everyday he comes home, gets out his homework and gets it done. Where did this kid come from?? He is not like his bigger brothers AT ALL! LOL!
Zachary starts preschool this week. He's pretty excited about it too! He was supposed to be in the 3 day pm class, but I wanted him to be in mornings. Well, last week we got a phone call telling us they had an opening for mornings...Praise God!! So, he will have the same teacher as last year (which is fine by me) but will be starting this Wednesday morning!
Benjamin is 16 months now (too young for school) but is loving the alone time he gets to spend with grandma while mommy works! I think he misses his brothers a little bit but is enjoying being his own person a little too. :)
