School Days

After almost two years at home with me, Hayden headed off to school last week! I am so excited for him and me. I think after spending several years in early childhood classrooms as a teacher, being on this side of things is already giving me totally different perspective...whether that's good or bad I haven't decided! As a teacher, I am always wondering what is going on when I'm not there. As for all of my now alone time, I am still deciding how to fill it. I imagine I'll come up with something!

The school

Hayden and his teacher, Mrs. Scruggs

Some of Hayden's classroom

Hayden did absolutely great his first week. We had already been up to the school twice for an open house and meet the teacher, so he was pretty familiar. We had no tears. He went in, I distracted him, and I left. I'm told he listens very well, and he comforts a little girl names Sutton, who tends to cry a lot still. We already have a nice collection of artwork and projects. His teacher commented on what a thinker he is and how much he concentrates on tasks. He always has a big smile when I pick him up and has lots to say. Most of it toddler speak but to him he is giving me a full overview of the day! One day it will turn into real words :-)


Here he is on the first day with his big boy backpack. Pottery Barn Kids does good work. Even the preschool line backpack has padded shoulders and back area! My mom got it all monogrammed and titled it 'the worlds cutest backpack'! He actually wears it, which is impressive if you know Hayden.

I've been trying to come up with traditions for us. So, I thought of a few things for the first day of school. I tested out my long lost cake skills with an apple shaped cake. Hayden isn't always into cake (it's messy) but one day he will be, I'm sure. I thought these would be fun and easy to do every year!

Hayden also got a small first day gift, so I could carry on my apple theme on the bag! He loves cars and Backyardigans. Luckily there are cars out there with Nick Jr. characters. They were a must have, along with a truck book.

All in all, the first two weeks have been great for everyone, and I can't wait to see what he does next!