First Day of School: Avri

Avri's first day of 1st grade was today! She has been SO excited for this day to finally get here! She laid out her outfit last night, took a shower, got her nails painted, and received a special father's blessing on Monday night. She has had a hard time sleeping the past several nights, so I've been worried about her getting a good night's rest. Sure enough, sometime in the middle of the night she came and took James' spot in our bed (he was at work). Luckily she slept the rest of the morning and woke up all by herself ready to get to school. I was able to go in her class with her, deliver her school supplies, meet her teacher, and take lots of pictures. :) She clung to my hand the whole morning and when I asked if she wanted me to go yet she told me no, she was nervous. I stayed with her as long as I could, and was happy as can be walking around holding hands. I tried to give her some encouragement and to remember that most of the other kids were probably feeling the same way, so she should be brave and help make others feel better which in turn would help her feel better too. She ended up having a great day, made new friends, and is excited to go back tomorrow! So bittersweet sending her off all day, everyday, but I know she will do great and will learn and grow so much. We sure love our Avri!!

I wish our hands were in the picture...she was holding onto mine with both of hers. So sweet. So glad she still needs her mommy sometimes. :)