Time For Kindergarten

The month of August was full of anticipation and not just because we were waiting for baby Violet.  We were also very excited for Louis to start kindergarten.  He was so excited and couldn't wait, and we knew he was more than ready for the academic part of school.  I was a little nervous about the social aspect, as Louis has always been more on the shy side, and would many times rather play by himself than meet new people.

The week after Violet was born, we had a welcome night where Louis got to meet his teacher and find his classroom.  I could tell he was a little nervous but I was even more so.  I was so worried he would get lost from the bus to the classroom and that he would be too shy to ask for help.  I felt a little crazy but I will blame it on the post-natal hormones!!  Brad and I were both amazed at how quickly the time went and that we were entering a new part of our lives - children in school!  That meant a new type of responsibility for us as well.

Louis and Papa

Louis with his preschool teacher "Miss Christina" walking to the bus stop

Papa, Louis, Mommy and Violet

To be honest, I cried the night before.  Again, I will blame it on the hormones ;-) but I was so nervous about him being shy, or being made fun of.  He is such a gentle soul and I would be crushed if his feelings were hurt (I think I have more toughening up to do than he does!!).  However, the first day of school was great!  Louis was so excited to put on his uniform.  He still goes to Little Learners for before and after care, so after pictures, we dropped both Louis and Mabel off at daycare/preschool.  Brad and I went to get coffee and came back to watch him get on the bus.  The bus of course was late, which made me nervous...but not Lou.  He was so calm.  When his bus pulled up (bus "KA") he walked right up to it (nearly forgot his backpack) and didn't look back until he got into his seat.  He was  so confident and proud that it was impossible to cry.  The day went great, he found his room on his own, was disappointed he didn't get homework or start math, and found the bus easily to get back to daycare.  Three weeks in, he is loving it - even though "the days are really long, Mom".  He loves all the reading, the lunches, and is making new friends.  He has adjusted wonderfully - now I just need to figure out how to stay organized with it all!