Today at school we had a party day. The kind of day that is all about doing things differently. We all wore red shirts and jeans. We went up to the soccer field and played fun games. The kids got to bring toys to school. We had a chocolate and Valentine card exchange. I even let my kids watch a movie. It was a fun day!
I love our school. And I love working there. Is it perfect? No. But there are so many good things about it. I count it as one of the greatest blessings in my life to be there with my children everyday and be part of such a wonderful institution.
Every year the school invites parents to attend open classes. Before working at the school one open class to attend for one of the boys seemed like a major task that would eat up my entire day. Getting ready, getting the girls ready. Making sure we had every little thing we might need (snacks, toys books diapers etc.) packed up and getting there on time. Just to sit for about 40 min. and sometimes wrestle with the girls while trying to watch the boys in their class. Then heading home feeling somewhat unproductive and pretty beat! Now it's quiet a different story. Open classes over the last few weeks have been a snap and totally fun. Because I am there all day, I just head on up to the class when it's time. Pop in, watch and enjoy. Then head back down stairs and get back to work. Awesome. I love our teachers and am so thankful for all they do.
I love getting to be there for all these kinds and so many MORE moments.
Next week is my own classes open class! And that is also quite a different story... I just hope my little guys behave. I'm sure it will be great.
I love coming home three times a week to food on the stove and a spotless house. Oh how I love Friday afternoons....
