kindergarten? when did that happen!?

jack and ellie started school this week. 

ellie started preschool on monday and jack started kindergarten on tuesday. 

this is jack's first day:

 jack and his teacher, ms. cabral

ellie's first day:

after we picked jack up from school (which was an adventure in and of itself!),

we had a first day of school party!!!

you know me, i'll use any excuse for a shin-dig.

this whole, going to school ALL day thing is going to take some getting used to i think. jack just had so much energy that he needed to get out. and it did. it all erupted at the same time, dinner time. i am really excited for him though. there were no tears yesterday after dropping him off, only excitement. he is so ready to try new things and always wanting to meet new people. he always tries to be friends with everyone and help others out, even teachers. this is going to be good for him. 

i thought i would take some pictures of what was SUPPOSED to be our fun "wear your jammies, eat dessert, and watch a new show cause you guys are awesome!" party, but ended up being more of a "stop fighting, being frustrated, ignoring mom and dad, and tooting at the dinner table!" kind of party. the only one with a constant smile was charlie.  

 this is a terrible picture, but i love all three silhouettes... 

and the fact that there isnt a frown to be seen.