first day of K, hooray!

Dear Matthew,

Today was your first day of Kindergarten. We are so proud of you. You got nervous a few days ago and you weren't too sure about staying alone. But Grandma reminded you that you always had fun at preschool and you were alone there. You reminded her that preschool was shorter than Kindergarten. But then (smart) Grandma asked you if you could have stayed a little bit longer at preschool if you would have had to and you said "of course". But you were nervous, nonetheless.

And then last night, Mommy and Daddy started to panic a bit. We got nervous about you taking the bus and being at such a big school. But we knew that you were ready for this and we knew that you would have a nice teacher to take care of you.

So this morning we snuggled a little extra and we built a fort in the living room. You were happy and relaxed and looking forward to going to school. Then you painted a picture for your new teacher. (it's a picture of you playing on the playground)

And you got all dressed up in your back-to-school clothes and shiny white runners. We took some pictures in the backyard. (Caleb's big day is next week... stay tuned)

Then, we came inside and you had a hot dog for lunch. Daddy came home from work and Mommy had to leave (it was the first day of Kindergarten for her class too). You and Daddy and Caleb waited for the bus on the driveway. (Grandma took pictures and offered moral support) While you waited for the bus, you boys played tennis.The bus finally arrived and Daddy helped you get on.
There you are (it's also comforting to see that the bus has passed the safety inspections!)

Daddy followed the bus to school and met you there.And he took you to your classroom. You met your teacher and you had a great day!

You:

-sang Bonjour mes amis, Aurevoir mes amis and Alouette.

-drew a picture of yourself

-had a banana chocolate chip muffin for snack.

-brought your canteen water bottle to drink.

-put away all your school supplies.

-played with the blocks and made the Eiffel Tower.

-played outside at recess.

-got on the wrong bus afterschool, but were so brave and got to the right one before they left. (phew)

-got a present (buzz lightyear slushee maker) from Grandma when you got home.

Sweet Matthew, we are so proud of you. We know that you are going to learn so much at school and we are happy to watch you take this big step in life. We love your enthusiasm, your positive attitude, you kind heart and your "holy daring". Enjoy this special time. I know we will.Lots of love,

Mommy

P.S I'm not nearly as nervous (even though we're sending Grandma to watch you get on the bus afterschool next week)