The first day of another school year was today.

I mean, where did the summer go, right?

I have an overwhelming sense that I spent way too much time working and thinking about work this summer. And not enough time in the shade of the porch with a cold drink.

Be that as it may…

H, you have Mrs. Dollahite and Mrs. Abbott for third grade.

K, you have Mrs. Huerta for Kindergarten.

I remember starting to cry while dropping H off for her first day of Kindergarten. And I began tearing up a little today too, K.

Two things helped keep my emotions at bay.

First, Mrs. Huerta insisted on a quick drop-off (as many children do not have all the experience we do). For a few, it was really their first day of school.

Second, I had H on my arm, expecting waterworks, and looking at my eyes asking over and over: “Dad are you ok? Dad are you ok?” 🤣

K, you are still at Learning Tree, but OMGoodness you were ready for the festivities of the day this morning.

The pictures we took before school have you with the happiest grin in the world.

Looking forward to what this year brings for each of you.

I love you.

-Dad