School Days

Jack on his first half-day of school! This was a trial run before the big day. Check out his new school bag.

Jack just finished his first week of school. And I have to tell you, it wasn't as horrible as I thought it would be. I think I cried more when we made the decision to put him into daycare. Then I bawled my eyes out when I was interviewing them and asking them if they would show Jack affection. Most of my friends have kids in daycare so I got a lot of advice and support from them. I owe a HUGE THANK YOU to Kate, Rianna and Lisa for holding my hand through this process. They all have beautiful, well-adjusted kids so I trusted them when they told me it would all be ok. I love having fellow mommies to turn to. Thanks girls!

So, the big day came and went without too much drama. Christian and I actually took Jack to school a few times the week before his official start date. So by the time we started Jack was pretty familiar with the classroom, the kids and all the teachers. It's a big class - there are 15 babies and 5 teachers.....Ms. Holly, Ms. Dalina, Ms. Jackson, Ms. Shyista and, Jack's favorite, Ms. Savannah! It's a great school! Everyone is so warm and the environment is very colorful and happy.

I think the transition was probably harder on us than it was for Jack. Christian was out of town last week so I had to do it alone. So of course I cried that first day. Jack cried a little too but by the end of the week he was all smiles which made me feel much better. He has fun in school - they listen to music, dance and do crafts. For now he'll be there 3 days a week until he's a little older. We think Jack is going to be very happy at the Primrose School of Peachtree Corners!

Our new morning ritual of grooming! We wash our face, brush our teeth and comb our hair. As you can see Jack LOVES brushing his teeth.

Jack's checking out his new do!

Well, hello handsome!

Jack and Daddy outside Primrose School.

He's not really sure what to think here.

"Don't leave me here!" This was a difficult moment for Jack. But rather than pick him up I chose to take a photo. Nice mom. PS: I did pick him up a minute later.

Jack's first full day of school! Here he is in the morning playing with is friend. He was still a little tentative.

But then he was all smiles!! Mommy and daddy were so proud of him!

Here's Jack grooming for school...