Today was a very big day at our house. Zoey's very first, first day of school! Today she started Pre-K at a sweet preschool near our house. The program is half-day, which is a perfect way to get used to all this school business without getting overwhelmed. (In VB, Kindergarten is also half-day, so it should make for an easy transition next year.)
As a Labor Day/End of Summer treat, Zoey requested Key lime pie - her favorite, which I was more than happy to make. I think it marks the start of a new family tradition. We wore her out yesterday, with lots of running around in the backyard, so she thankfully slept very well and woke up happy, but a little nervous. She was super worried that we'd be late and miss the first day.
When we got there, Zoey hung her bag on her little hook, greeted her teacher, and went straight to the book nook. She gave a sweet smile and a little wave that made my heart just melt. My sweet girl is so big and brave. I couldn't be more proud of her.
Zoey's teacher sent home a little questionnaire to help her get to know each student. So I thought I'd share a few. It'll be fun to see how this changes by the last day of school.
How old are you? Four and half
What is your favorite color? Purple!
What is your favorite movie? Frozen and Moana
What do you want to be when you grow up? A ballerina, and an art maker, and a builder.
What is your favorite thing to play with? My legos and Beck and my animals
What do you love most? Reading' my books with momma and daddy.
What do you want to learn about in school this year? I want to learn how to read, But really, I want to learn everything.
When Beck and I picked her up, Zoey said, "I loved everything!" I guess that means she had a great first day! She made new friends, pretended to be a lion, played on a airplane, and drew a picture. Sounds like a pretty full morning.
I was so proud of Damon and I. We totally kept it together - I thought for sure one of us (him) would be a teary-eyed mess. I think because drop-off was a little chaotic, with kids and parents crammed into the narrow hallway, and we were eager to get back home so Damon could get to work and Beck (who woke up at 5am) could get down for a nap, we didn't have a chance for emotions. For me, I'm certain the blubbering will come next year when Zoey starts kindergarten.
Hope everyone has a wonderful school year!!!
