Time for School, Part 2!

This week was G's turn to head back to school. We have a 4th grader! He has friends in the class, likes his teacher (even though she's one of the strictest ones in the school, haha), and is getting used to a new bus driver (our previous AMAZING driver had to take a new route...boo.) G's had a pretty good week in school, capped off with a fun back-to-school event on Friday night. You could tell all of the kids had a long week, as there was some heightened emotions while on the playground that night (not G, interestingly enough...he was totally chill and havin' fun!)

We spent the last day of "summer vacation" (Labor Day) relaxing around the house, and also getting a final swim in at the neighborhood pool. Due to our recent high temps, they opted to keep it open an extra week, so it's shutting down for the season on Sunday.

Ava's second week of school went well. They've performed at two football games, and are in their first competition this evening, assuming the weather holds (looks like it might be a bit rainy.) Now that school's back in session for everyone, it's great having a routine, but we're all so busy. There was only one night this week that I think I was in bed before 10!

I think Pria's happy to be back into a routine...although, as long as she gets her daily walk, food, water, and cuddles, she's a contented beagle.

Wishing you a wonderful week ahead, with lots of rest, just like our Princess Pria!

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