First Day of Kindergarten

Today was Tyler's first day of Kindergarten. First off the night before... we kicked off the school year with a beautiful Comfort blessing given by Daddy through the priesthood. What peace and confidence that gave him as he arised the next day excited for school. I think I was probably more nervous then he was. School is in the afternoon from 12:10pm - 3:00pm. So all morning he was still able to wake up slowly and play with his toys like all 5 year olds like to do. We didnt have to rush out the door which will be perfect once baby arrives as well. We will be able to take our time. Here he is showing off his favorite outfit he picked out for his frist day of school. Perry the platypus shirt, Pheanus and Ferb backback, awesome brown shoes that MiMi got him, and last but not least his Lucky charm. Looks like we are ready to go.





The two younger boys stayed with MiMi while Perry and I took Tyler to his first lunch at school. Most kindergartners dont even eat lunch, but I was hoping it would work out and run smooth so when I picked Trevor up from pre-school I could hopefully drop Tyler off at school early for a good lunch and playtime. When we arrived we were surprised to see no one even there till close to noon. We sat together and ate lunch and visited. I made homemade whole wheat pizzas with a side of fruit and cookies. We were unsure how this idea would all pan out. Turns out this option wont work for us. The 1st graders lunch doesnt even start till noon and that leaves Tyler alone and stranded to find his way on his own through lunch. Of course I wouldnt put him through that so we will resort to plan B. A fun little picnic in the car twice a week after picking up Trevor from pre-school. That should be interesting. Tyler was a little nervous as the time drew nearer and the kids began to line up. he made sure Perry and I were close by at all imes. His little eyes focused on us like deer in headlights. Teacher had the kids wave goodbye and blow a kiss. I think it was at that moment that reality sunk in. It took all I had to hold the tears back as I watched my first born son creep into his classroom. Wow just another "First" to add to the book.




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During school hours I found my heart aching for Tylers daily quit time snuggles. Its was sure quit in the house. I no longer had to entertain or occupy my oldest child while the younger ones napped. Bradley took Tyler's spot on my lap and though I wanted to close my eyes for a quick nap my anxious mind and heart wouldn let me rest. I couldnt help but wonder how he was doing and picturing his little smile and enthusiasm in class.

I had to wake the kids and place them in the car in order to get to school on time to see him of on the buss ride home. The younger boys enjoyed this new experience just as much as Tyler did. It was neat to see this big change in our family enthral not only us parents but the rest of the family too. We patiently waited for his departure and sent him on his way with a big wave and shout of support.




With it being the first day of school the buss ended up being late to the buss stop like 30 minutes late. What a fun experience that was for Tyler an his little brothers as they witness the buss pulling in and Tyler getting out with a big smile on his face.
*NOTE* I received my first lechure from my little kindergartener. This is what he said to me on the way home. " Mom why did you come see me after school. I thought you were just gonna meet me at the bus stop. I hope you wont do that everyday. I'm a big boy now and dont need help." A peice of my heart was broken and sad that my son didnt need me anymore, but at the same time I was proud of his confidence and bravery to conquer lifes changes on his own with such zeal. Thats my Tyler man. I guess from now on we will just scuk it up and trust that everything will be okay and greet him at his buss stop as he requested.





He couldnt wait to call daddy on the way home and tell him all about his day. They laughed and joked on the phone the whole way home. The boys are so lucky to have such a wonderful father who finds humor in all things and makes all seasons of change fun and exciting. I have never felt so rushed as I did when we arrived home. it was a little after 4pm. Tyler announced on the way home that they didnt give him a snack at school. Having kids that eat every two hours I knew how hungry he must have been. Good thing I brought a snack for the ride home. But his deep hunger brought on a sudden rush for me to jump on dinnr and get cracking.



No time to sit and relax for this emotionally drained MaMa. Kids played in the back yard while I whipped out some mean tacos and prepared the dinner table. Perry rushed home and we were able to throw dinner on table just in time, we even managed to have some active fun family time playing baseball in the backyard, dessert and bath and best of all I suceded in my goal and had the kids all down and asleep by 7:30pm. Phew!!! Now the true test of strength comes knowing that this is the new norm in our house. Rush here ...rush there, soccer in the evenings and family time remaining a daily must. I hope I can survive this change being as pregnant, tired and worn out as I am. And the real fun begins when Trevor starts pre-school and swimming lessons in a couple of weeks. I best get used to this new pace of things. We did choose to have 4 little ducklings and with that comes an abundance of future chaos. But just as Tyler faced his new beginning with zeal so will his family and his MaMa. Im just a litle overwhelmed being a first time mom at this, but just as I have adjusted to Motherhood through these years I know I will adjust to school and sports as well. It will just take time and patience.

THe icing on the cake today was listening to Tylers bedtime prayer. he told his Father in Heaven that even if he loses his lucky charm or forgets it sometimes, he always knows that his Father in Heaven will always be with him and that hes only a prayer away. He said his Father in Heaven is far better then his lucky charm. Now how sweet is that. I am glad to see that his testimony of prayer and faith has grown to the extreems that at this early age he can rely on his Father in Heaven and know that through his Savior he will find peace and comfrt in all things. That is Perry and I soul purpose on this life is to raise faithful noble men. We love you Tyler and hope one day you will look back and read this post and see and feel your strength and determination for success at such a young age. We are very proud parents and am glad to have you be the leader of our other children and your younger brothers. They sure are lucky to have you to rely on as they experience school for the first time down the road.