Tristyn started school today!!! I can't believe it! He is getting so big and just the other day I think he was just turning one and shoving his little cupcake in his mouth, the whole thing. He is attending St. Aidan's Parish School, which is only like 4 blocks from us. Rob and his best friend both attended the school from pre-k to 7th. Anyway, we had a parent orientation yesterday and I took him in the morning for about 20 minutes to see his teacher and classroom. He didn't want to sit in his chair and all he could say is "mommy look at all those toys." Today I dropped him off and waited for the teacher to take them inside. We walked the three blocks and he carried his back pack that Tracy got him the whole way. It was so cute. I asked if he wanted help and he said no. My big boy! So we waited outside for the teacher and he was watching the kids play, we don't know anyone yet. The teacher came, Mrs. LaScala, and he said "Mommy don't leave me here," I started to tear and said that I would be here when he was done. He asked if I was going to wait for him and I said yes. Of course big hugs and I love you so much and I will see you in a couple hours. He first didn't want to get into the line but then did it anyway. He was waving at me, saying I love you mom, bye bye, wait for me. (you can see in the photos) It was hard to watch him walk up those stairs! Sniffle! But I did it and walked home. I had some nice alone time and then went back to pick him up at 11. He saw me standing outside as the Teacher kept them behind her to tell us parents quick what happened that day. No Crying kids today and they had fun. Drew a photo to go in there portfolio so we can see how they have changed at the end of the year. Got to play on the smart board and he said they learned to sit still and listen to the teacher. Monday starts the first full day and I am happy that I get to drop him and pick him up both Monday and Tuesday, it gives him a little chance to get used to things. I will be able to drop him off in the mornings before work, but Rob will pick him up in the after noon at the after school program that they have. He is going to be learning a letter every week and let me tell you it's pretty much like kindergarten! Reading and writing is going to be the new homework!! I will keep you posted on progress!!!!!!!!
