a day of firsts

Oh Friends. Today is a day of firsts. Just a few. But they are important ones....

Today is the first day of school!! Carsyn is in 4th grade, Luke is in 2nd and Reagan is in 1st. They were super excited and a bit nervous this morning. Grandma and Grandpa Swank were here to wish them well, Daddy was home to take them to school and Grandma Beachy called to say have a good day. That helped make the start of their day special. Not to mention the hot breakfast I prepared this morning :)

We went early and as soon as we got to school they ran off with their friends to play. Except Luke. He played ball with Daddy. Dale has never been able to come to the first day because he is usually teaching. This year, however, his school doesn't start until Monday. Another first. We were so happy.

Another first: Reagan is in full day this year.

Shall I say it another way: for the first time all 3 kiddos are in FULL DAY SCHOOL!! Yahoo!!

I am a bit sad but as I sit here in a quiet house my sadness is dissipating. At noon I am headed to the movies (a little first day treat). Tomorrow I am going out to lunch with friends (a second day treat). I could get used to this...

Starting Monday I will get serious and work on projects that have been building for 9 years. So much to do. Not to mention by compulsion to volunteer for things. My days will be filled quickly. It is something I look forward to.