We survived the first week of school! Honestly, it was a great week for Ava, although I was a nervous wreck for her. I was so anxious about how she was going to do, how she'd adapt to her earlier morning schedule, how she'd find her classes in a much bigger building, how she'd make new friends, etc... And you know what? She did great! She was only late to a class once - it was on the first day and she had to book it to the other side of the school in four minutes.
She hasn't made any new friends, but is having fun hanging out with her ones from last year. She's already ahead in her homework, and she's rocking her change in schedule in the morning. The house is really quiet after she leaves...G and I are the only ones left, and he's usually ready for school and snuggled in to watch a little TV while I shower and get ready for the day.
It feels weird, but I'm happy my girl is adapting so well! AND, after 3+ years, she finally has another loose tooth! She's only lost eight of her baby teeth, and we were all wondering when the other ones were going to fall out. Her teeth came in late, fell out late in phase 1, and apparently are late to falling out in phase 2. But, it's all good. She has strong, healthy teeth, and that's what matters.
G also made it through Kindergarten, albeit with some rough days. He rocked the 1st day, but then had a hard time listening/keeping his hands to himself the rest of the week. To be fair, he was recovering from his first ear infection, and something has been off with his health throughout the week. This morning was the first time he's been his normal, chatty self, so we're hoping his little body kicked the minor illness to the curb. Next week should be better!
A friend recommended reading a book about highly spirited children (for G), and how to raise them (very differently than raising our low-key Ava!) So many things are resonating true while I'm reading it. It's not that G is a naughty kid...his temperament is simply "more"...more intense, more persistent, and more sensitive. And how we approach him needs to be altered. I'm looking forward to continuing this journey, and helping him learn how to regulate his approach to life.
Scott and I had boring weeks by comparison, although, I had a chance to watch the Twins game from a suite last night. One of our vendors (Cisco) had four tickets for Patterson employees, so my friend Tina and I happily took that offer. It was fun! We took the light rail into Minneapolis, made our way up to the exclusive suite ;), ate, drank, chatted, enjoyed the amazing dessert cart, and even stayed through the full nine innings. Plus, both of my kids are excited by the Joe Mauer bobblehead I brought home.
It was a great Saturday night, and was spoiled by the suite, and the freedom it offered while watching the game. Definitely a memory to hold!
It's the first season game for the Vikes, and a cool 55 degrees outside, with a light rain. Seems like fall is here!
It feels weird, but I'm happy my girl is adapting so well! AND, after 3+ years, she finally has another loose tooth! She's only lost eight of her baby teeth, and we were all wondering when the other ones were going to fall out. Her teeth came in late, fell out late in phase 1, and apparently are late to falling out in phase 2. But, it's all good. She has strong, healthy teeth, and that's what matters.
G also made it through Kindergarten, albeit with some rough days. He rocked the 1st day, but then had a hard time listening/keeping his hands to himself the rest of the week. To be fair, he was recovering from his first ear infection, and something has been off with his health throughout the week. This morning was the first time he's been his normal, chatty self, so we're hoping his little body kicked the minor illness to the curb. Next week should be better!
Ava has been picking up G from the bus stop every afternoon...I love his look of adoration here!
A friend recommended reading a book about highly spirited children (for G), and how to raise them (very differently than raising our low-key Ava!) So many things are resonating true while I'm reading it. It's not that G is a naughty kid...his temperament is simply "more"...more intense, more persistent, and more sensitive. And how we approach him needs to be altered. I'm looking forward to continuing this journey, and helping him learn how to regulate his approach to life.
This made my heart happy...I came into the room the other day, and Ava was reading to G (without my prompting)
For face painting this week, he requested money...ha!
Scott and I had boring weeks by comparison, although, I had a chance to watch the Twins game from a suite last night. One of our vendors (Cisco) had four tickets for Patterson employees, so my friend Tina and I happily took that offer. It was fun! We took the light rail into Minneapolis, made our way up to the exclusive suite ;), ate, drank, chatted, enjoyed the amazing dessert cart, and even stayed through the full nine innings. Plus, both of my kids are excited by the Joe Mauer bobblehead I brought home.
It was a great Saturday night, and was spoiled by the suite, and the freedom it offered while watching the game. Definitely a memory to hold!
It's the first season game for the Vikes, and a cool 55 degrees outside, with a light rain. Seems like fall is here!
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