and their off...

to school that is! today was olivia and jack's first day of school. yesterday we had meet the teacher and that went really well, so i was hopeful that this morning would be tear free and full of smiles. it almost happened that way. :)

olivia was so excited to start school, yet very anxious about all the newness (is that even a word) that a new year brings. olivia is still not a huge fan of change and new things, but she does love new clothes! ha! she was super excited about the outfit she picked out (a NEW apple dress, 2 red bows, and her red shoes). she did great going into her class. i could tell she was a little nervous, but she walked right in and never even looked back. i can't believe she is starting her 4th year at her little school!!
jack didn't really know what was going on or what was about to happen to him. he was all smiles until i passed him off to his teachers. immediately his smile turned to fear and tears. so sad!! i knew that jack's very first day of school ever was going to involve some tears. i also knew that as soon as he found some balls to throw and something to climb on he would be fine. before i left the building he was "all better."
both olivia and jack had a great first day!! their teachers had sweet things to say about each of them and olivia has not stopped talking about all the fun she had since i picked her up (1.5 hours ago). we celebrated by going to sonic for a yummy drink.

jack {hearts} an apple juice slush!

olivia {hearts} a cherry limeade.

i am so thankful that both my kids adjusted well today and have great teachers. i know it is going to be a great year!!
(oh, i have no pictures of them with their teachers because they weren't really in the mood for that! :))