School started in our house yesterday. The kids have been on pins and needles, waiting to open their books. As we put the kids in bed tonight Isaac said, "Mom, I can't wait to do handwriting tomorrow." What??
For those of you who think that homeschooling looks like the toughest job ever, let me tell you that you are very wrong. We sent the boys to public school last year and I was EXHAUSTED! Making breakfast and lunches at 7:00 in the morning was not my idea of fun. And then waiting in the car line for 30 minutes every day and toting kids from here to there...gag. Don't get me wrong, I'm great with you moms who send their kids to school. I just don't want you to ever feel bad for me. (Unless it involves a Starbucks gift card or doughnuts.)
I have been wondering what you were going to do with school this year. I know you are great at what you do with those kids every day! I think we should start a coffee company that delivers to stay at home moms every day. And it must be a requirement that each cup delivers LOTS of fresh whip on top :) Also, that first picture of Isaac is his Uncle Matt Dietz to a tee! He is so handsome and grown up.
ReplyDeleteI love the "First Day of School" pics!! And that the boys slicked down their hair! Livie, I LOVE your new kitchen!! It looks amazing! Can I help you cook sometime?
ReplyDeleteIs she a latchkey kid???
it's really cool to hear your thoughts on sending the kids to school last year. i've always wondered what it would be like and if would be worth it. i think i would have trouble with those early mornings and going by someone else's schedule too! glad the kids and you are excited about learning at home together:)
ReplyDeleteI love these pictures, Olivia is starting to look like such a little girl! It makes me smile to picture Isaac talking to you about handwriting, I can hear the whole thing:) so cute!
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yes, good to hear you say that about your experience last year. happy homeschooling! we start tomorrow!!!!
ReplyDeleteThe first day of school .........FUN times three ! Josiah, you look like you are really concentrating on your handwriting. I know that you are trying to be neat. Great job Josiah! Oh Isaac, your cursive A's look great. Iknow you've been waiting to write in cursive. Keep up the great job:). Miss Olivia, I guess your Thumbs Up means that you like cooking in your new kitchen :). Amy, I love the way you always take pictures on the first and last day of school . Hard to believe they are 4, 6, and 8. Time flies when you are having fun!!!
ReplyDeleteAmy, your photos and commentary bring back such fond memories for this homeschool veteran. May the peace and joy of Jesus continue to fill each day, each heart!
ReplyDeleteYay Wrights! I'm so proud of you, Amy. I need to remember to take pictures on our first day. I've always loved that you do that. By the way, Ike's cursive A's look really good!
ReplyDeleteMom- That is a cross necklace that a man from Brazil gave Jay. The kids all pass it around and take turns wearing it. :)
ReplyDeleteHAHAHA! Is the "thumbs-up" a new thing Livie is doing?
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