It's been one very long summer with Myra being home all day and "bored" all the time. I tried to do my best at keeping her busy. I gave her "homework" and we played games. We did plenty of swimming and a bit of traveling. It wore me out but I guess it just wasn't enough for her. Well, today that's all changed.
Today was Myra's first day of "Kinder-y-garten". Since she's attending Chisholm Ridge with Aunt DooDoo ... I mean, Anna (we're using her "school name" now), we were able to drive her to school and pick up Hannah at the same time. Let me tell you, it was a mad house! Kids and parents EVERYWHERE. We even lost Noah for a minute (he followed the mass into the cafateria where he found a microwave door to open and close). After tracking down the little man, we made our way to the table where Myra was to gather with her class and meet her teacher.
I was a tad bit sad that we couldn't stay to actually see Myra off to her room but Daddy had to prepare for his first day also. We were, however, able to stay long enough to meet Mrs Maddox (the teacher "with the soooo cute room") and let her know the plan for after school.
Fast forward to after school ... I loaded the babies into the car and drove over to Josh's school to drop off Hannah and pick up Josh. After waiting and chatting with Uncle Ricky and a couple other teachers, we were off to find Ms Becca's house. FYI: Ms Becca is one of Myra's teachers from last year who's daughter is in Myra's class this year. She was kind enough to offer to watch Myra for us until we are able to get over to that side of town. Following the directions that Ms Becca gave us was easy. The only way they could have been any easier is if they led us to the right house. Yes, we went to the wrong house but that was quickly corrected. We got our "baby girl" and took her to Sonic to hear all about her day.
Myra wasn't real clear about what she did but from the bits and pieces we got out of her, it sounded GREAT! They went over the rules, had recess and lunch and they even did some handprints. Myra's hands were still red from that last activity. I asked her if she wanted to stay home with me tomorrow and she respnded by saying "Mommy, the is OPEN tomorrow." I said "I know, but I thought you might want to stay home with me and the babies." to which Myra replied "No, Mommy, I want to go have fun." I guess I better enjoy her liking school while I can.
Here's Myra with her new teacher, Ms Maddox, on their first day of school. (Again, there are more pictures to come as soon as the photo gallery is up and running.)
Yea! School is so much fun. Maybe you have a future teacher on your hands. I mean, it does kind of run in the family.