I know I may say this every summer, but it went by way too fast! I always have mixed emotions at the end of summer. I wonder if we did too much or not enough. I wonder if I paused long enough to savor the moments or if I was swept away in them. I just can't believe school has started. Jonas is in 5th grade and starting his last year at the elementary school. I was a bundle of emotions that day too. It's my baby's last first day of elementary school. This will be the last year of classroom parties and field trips that I get to help with. I'm sure I can be involved in some aspect in future school activities, but it won't be the same.
We fit in a few more fun activities on our final two days of summer. On Monday, August 11th, the Tanners came over for one last summer swim. They spent the morning in the pool and playing Nerf wars...and no, I didn't get any pictures. Jonas was in heaven though. I think spending time with his cousins is one of his favorite summer activities. It's just hard to see each other as much during the school year because of everyone's schedules. That evening, Jeff and I took Jonas to see the new movie, Freakier Friday. It was hilarious! I definitely needed the laugh because I've been holding back the tears.
Tuesday, August 12th, Jonas and I picked up Beau then went to Guru's for breakfast. Jonas has loved spending extra time with his nephews and nieces this summer. I think everyone is sad that Jonas is going back to school. After breakfast, we went to Lowe's Xtreme AirSports for one final summer jump session.
That afternoon, Jonas and I attended Taylor's Open House where we got to meet his teacher, Ms. Watson. She is new to the school but has been teaching for five years already. I'm hopeful that this will be his best year yet! He was pretty excited that he got to pick out his own seat. His friend, Lane, was there so they chose to sit together, and before we left, Jonas met a new kid that chose to sit by them as well. I think, like any parent, you just hope your kid will find good friends and be able to have good experiences - academically and socially.
For dinner, Jonas got to choose where we went to eat. He chose Cracker Barrel (like Papa, he likes to have breakfast for dinner). We enjoyed a yummy meal and games. Once we returned home, Jonas asked Jeff to give him a father's blessing. I think this is one of my favorite back to school traditions. I love hearing Jeff pronounce blessings and give counsel from the Lord through the power of the priesthood. I am always touched at how well our Father in Heaven knows His children and inspires the men here on earth to deliver the messages He would if He were here.
Wednesday, August 13th, was the first day of school. Jeff and I decided to let Jonas sleep in a little rather than start our morning routine, but Jonas was up before we were. He was pretty excited to start the new year...and I was glad because he had been lamenting the end of summer for several days before. We snapped the obligatory "first day" pictures then waited for the bus...which didn't come. I guess there was some confusion on new bus routes, but it ended up being a good thing. I took Jonas to school where we saw a red carpet rolled out front and the administrative staff ready to "high 5" all the kids as they walked in. At first, Jonas said that was embarrassing and didn't want to participate. He wanted me to drop him off at the playground in the back of the school, but he quickly changed his mind. The one thing he didn't change his mind about was me walking up to the school with him. That was definitely too embarrassing! I guess he's reached that point. We actually laughed about it, but I swung around the school again to drop him off up front then slowly drove away while I videoed his entrance. And that was it...off to start his last year of elementary school! After school, I picked him up to take him out to get a "first day" treat. He chose ice cream from Wall Bros Barn...and a soda from Soda Retreat. Why settle for one treat when two is always better?!
Not only did Jonas start school, but Danny headed off to college as well. It seems like forever ago that he was on his mission. It's weird how your mind's concept of time works. He has been home for 7 weeks and they've flown by. We moved him into the Carriage Cove apartments on Tuesday, August 19th and he started at UVU on Thursday, August 21st. I'm excited for him. I can't wait to see where his adult path will lead. I know he doesn't feel ready to embrace all of the wonderful world of adulthood, but it's time...and he'll do great.
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