The beginning

It was Friday, September 6.  We had been counting down the days with a paper chain.  It was the main focus in our house the whole week leading up to it.

Kindergarten. Montana's first day of the next 12+ years of school.

There were a few tears...from mom...but I tried to stay strong.  The parents were quickly ushered from the kindergarten room to be bombarded by the PTA and bagels and coffee. It was a rainy day.  Very fitting with my mood.

But she came home (at 3pm!!) and was so excited.  She made a few new "BFFs" although she couldn't remember their names.  The first week is behind us now.  She LOVES it.  The girl has been tired though.  It is a big adjustment for all of us having her away from 8:30-3 everyday.  Amos misses her, but we have had some sweet time together without her.

A new season. A new era.  

Her first day outfit. Planned out for days

Heading out the door.  So grateful that we can walk to school

Seriously, another picture, dad?

Getting started on her first activity