Wednesday, September 5, 2012

The Days are Long, But the Years are Short

Today is the girls' first day of school and Emily's first day at St. Mary.  The girls were both so excited to go back to school that I thought that they would never fall asleep last night.  Morning came quickly - they have to get up before 6 am! - and they eagerly got dressed, ate their breakfast, put on their backpacks and headed out to catch the bus.  They were so excited!!!  And Lee and I are excited and hopeful about the school year and all of the learning and adventures that await them.
Showing no signs of nervousness! A big first grader now!!
She's an old pro now! Third grade!!
With the birthday boy! 
Me and my girls. 
Waiting at the bus stop.
Sisters! 

When the bus came into view, Emily grabbed Elizabeth's hand. 
Blowing kisses and waving!

5 comments:

Janet said...

I absolutely love that Elizabeth sat with Emily this morning on the bus! What a great big sister!

Melissa said...

Beautiful photos of a great morning! So sweet.

Anonymous said...

the first day of school photos made my teary eyed. I agree with Janet...Elizabeth is a great big wiser. Emily's face when the bus was in view is priceless!!
Auntie Kathy

Kate L said...

I have been waiting to see and "hear" about their big day. Thank you so much for sharing. The pictures really capture their excitement.

Anonymous said...

When I see pictures like this, it makes me love them even more if that is possible,,,Grammy Cheryl