First Day of School

 Matthew and Melissa started school on the 23rd of August.  Matthew was very excited, but Melissa was feeling a bit nervous. 

 Isaac really wanted to go too.  I bought him a backpack and a lunchbox -just like the big kids- and he carts them around with. 

 All ready to go!

Their first day went pretty well.  Matthew and Melissa both made some friends.  This is good since they've both been feeling lonely after moving away from all of their friends.  One of the kids Matthew met in his class lives on the same street and they really hit it off.  Branden, Matthew's new buddy, rides to school each day and Matthew wanted to ride too.  We found his bike helmet in one of the garage boxes on Saturday, so next week he can start riding his bike to school.  We live further away from the school in Austin than we did in San Antonio, so while it is still within walking distance, it is a LONG walk in 100+ degree heat with small people.  Maybe when the weather cools off in a few months I'll be game for walking. 

Isaac seems to enjoy the calm while the older kids are in school.  This summer has been tough on him.  he went from having mom to himself all day last school year, to a new baby sister, and his mama's attention divide among the older children.  Throw in the turmoil associated with a move, and he's had a rocky summer.