Justin was very excited to start Kindergarten this year! His easy temperament and good nature made it possible for me to take him along anytime I've volunteered in Spencer's and Grace's classes over the years, so he's already kind of a pro.
Justin knows the secretary by name (and she knows him) and knows that she keeps a secret stash of Laffy Taffy in her desk drawer. They have a deal worked out where he can get a taffy from her anytime he wants to show her a "trick" (usually a Star Wars move of some kind). Most of the other staff know Justin by name as well.
The first day of Kindergarten is an hour long and the parents stay the whole time. I thought it would be fun for Justin's birth mom, Chelsea, to come with us. None of our other kids' birth moms have lived close enough to do that, so we were glad Chelsea could come. I thought she might like being able to picture him at his table in his classroom or in the library or out at recess. She was very excited to share Justin's first day of school and we loved having her with us!
On our way!
Look at that little independent boy running up the stairs!
Visiting Dad's office at the school.
Listening to a story.
Showing off his strong muscles.
Looks like this kid's ready for school!
Oh Amanda!! You are an awesome example to all of us adoptive mothers!! What a great thing to have his birth mom there for his first day of school!! I'm sure that meant the world to hear as well as it did to you little son!! You are an AWESOME mom!! Your kids are LUCKY to have you in their lives!! Thank you for inspiring me to be better!! Have a GREAT day! Love, Diann (Alisa's Friend)
ReplyDeleteI CANNOT believe Justin is already in Kindergarten!!!!! WOW! Sounds like he has the entire school already wrapped around his finger....what a great way to start!
ReplyDeleteAhhh... I love that little kid. =-)
ReplyDeleteHow cute! And, I too, love how you include the birth moms. What a special family you have!
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