What a great first day of school! The bus came at the time I expected it, like two years ago, not the time the school said it would come. I went out for the earlier time and spent 20 minutes standing by the side of the road. Good thing it was a beautiful day! (and I have a smart phone to keep me entertained)

When they got off the bus they were both bouncing and happy. Lex walked with me down the street, holding my hand and telling me about his day. Eve dropped her backpack and ran like a crazy woman back to the house.

Snack. This is one part of the day I missed very much last year with our after school pick-up routine. I love having a healthy snack on a cleared table. Sitting down with them after school. Looking through their backpack papers. Hearing about their days. <3 [/caption] [caption id="attachment_8635" align="aligncenter" width="375"] The big moment arrives… 23 minutes later than I was told it would. :)

Lex sat with Eve on the ride home. She’s been looking forward to that for months! When the bus stopped he was packed and ready to hop off. He has clearly had some experience with this.

Eve took a few minutes to gather her things. She dropped her bus tag a few times. She barely made it down the big stairs. Fortunately the bus driver is great and patient and gave her plenty of time. I was glad to see he’s still driving our route.

I scooped Eve up halfway down the bus steps. I couldn’t wait any longer to hug her! I half expected her to take a nap this afternoon, but she held it together through to the end.

We played a few games, had pancakes for dinner, and off to bed. Easy day! Not to sound too greedy, but here’s hoping for another one tomorrow!

It’s 8:10pm now and the kids are in bed but wide awake! Over excited from the day… maybe… or maybe pancakes for dinner wasn’t the best idea. :) Oh well!