Twas The Night Before First Grade...

and all through the house not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse...well, except for mom! Austin is very excited about his big day tomorrow. We talked about all of the rules to follow in first grade and how to be a "good student". I want my kids to know how to behave in the classroom because I remember what it was like with the "wild ones". I told Austin that if he acts good, he teacher will look forward to him coming back. I think he gets the picture.

Austin helped me pick out what clothes he would wear for the first day. He is going to look so handsome! His new backpack is hanging and ready to go to school! I made Mrs. Mosby a goodie pail for her beginning of the year present. I like to let the teacher know how much we appreciate them! I filled the goodie pail with chocolate, a bottle water, Tylenol (I know a teacher needs this from time to time!), markers, stickers, notepads and gum. Mrs. Mosby can put all of this to good use! It turned out pretty cute! Austin and I read a few books about the first day of school before bed. He is becoming a good reader! I can't wait to see how much he grows this year!

Lauren and Sammy wanted to lay down and go to sleep with Austin. Russell and I had to remind them that summer is over and a bedtime is a must...and in their own beds!

Well, it is 11:00 PM and I have to get up at 4:40 for a 5AM workout class. Better get off to bed. I am sure I will have a hard time sleeping tonight...like all of the other parents, students and teachers!