the first day of school brought:
too few photos.
no tears... just near-tears-grimaces. (from me)
the moment when isaac raised his hand during the first 20 minutes of class and said, "3.14159265." (also known as pi) ordinarily, this could have been thrilling, but the question had been, "what don't we do with scissors?"
a very sweet, new instructional aide for jacob. i might be in love with her. just a little.
a failed attempt at the parent (support group? mixer? networking seminar?) coffee talk. we gave it a solid 5 minutes before realizing that we could talk (and grimace) more freely elsewhere.
over 100 degree temperatures.
a celebratory trip to cral's jr. (or carl's jr., if you don't speak jacob-ese) for a "good milkshake" after a successful first day.
the highlight:
a second when jacob's aide turned to me and said, "we're going to have a great school year." and my whole heart believed her.
good night, grimace.
I wish you all a wonderful school year, for educated educators, for compassionate parents, and for understanding and friendly students. : ) Shannon
ReplyDeletethank you, shannon. i wish the same for you and your little family!
ReplyDeleteAs a math nerd myself, I am totally impressed Jacob knows pi. And I am thrilled that Jacob's aide is so sweet and positive! Can't wait to hear more...
ReplyDeleteso glad the 1st day went well! i think you'll need to pull out the velor track suit or the maxi dress in order to join the coffee talk. if you dare, you must take pictures, anymore animal print & muffin sightings?
ReplyDeletealas, no further animal print + tray of muffins. i will try to get photographic evidence next time... if we can survive friday's IEP, i'm going to feel really good about 2nd grade.
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