BACK TO SCHOOL '09!!!!

Well.. there is only one thing that can be said about the excitement of two girls, who previously could only wear uniforms to Catholic School, get ready for the first day of school - PUBLIC SCHOOL

I mean, these girls are ready. As they sleep in their room, the book bags are packed, the lunches are ready, the forms are ready for the teachers, even the breakfast bowls are out and ready for the big day....

Perhaps the biggest change is that they don't have to be there till 8:30 am and the is EARLY the school day actually starts at 9... CRAZY... they are used to being on the bus at 7:15 am.. so this is a HOPEFULLY going to be much smoother, especially for Claire who is NOT an early riser!

Even Lucy got two new shirts... my husband CLEARLY needs a hobby.

The girls could NOT be more happy about starting the new school year... and I agree.. we are all very anxious about all these changes and the waiting waiting waiting game of our new house.

So... at least tomorrow we check a few things of the "new beginnings" list.

They both have met their teachers, Mary has Mrs. Stanton and Claire Mrs. Hawk, both are young and full of energy and ideas. Claire's first grade class room is decorated like a JUNGLE.. with monkeys hanging from the wall.. She was in HEAVEN.. totally loved it. Her teacher really connected with her and for that we are grateful.

They kids even met a family, who just moved from Louisiana. The son, Carter is in Mary's class room and the daughter, Raven is in Claire... YIPEE!!!! We were so happy for this! And to make a connection to someone else who is "New". I anticipate a playdate soon.

Mary's teacher is also very good, and I can tell will challenge her. We are really anxious around here.. New details tomorrow.

In other news.. for those who were wondering how my doc appts went over the weekend.. still not sure why this big bump is on the side of my neck, but there will be more testing... It is getting bigger and is painful.. so motrin here I come! We'll see what they find...

Say a prayer for Tim as we navigate him moving from one contract company to another and then SWIFTLY to the government position ..... Should have news soon.

More details on a fun first day of school tomorrow!!!! Stay tuned!