Preschool Already?

Today marked the first day of preschool for my little man. He woke up this morning ready to start his day and quickly reminded me that he's "all growed up". His only requirement was that I give him a mohawk... a "big, big, big, big, HUGE mohawk". Easier said than done when he has a buzz cut but we tried. He couldn't wait to tell us ALL about his day when we got home. In fact, I'm pretty sure he didn't stop talking until he went to bed tonight. It just doesn't seem possible that he's in preschool already. I think he will always be my "baby Sam"...

We found a little backpack that was just his size.

Interview with a Preschooler

My favorite food is:  Cereal Bars

My favorite sport is:  Hockey

My favorite TV shows are:  Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood & Team Umizoomi

The coolest person on Earth:  Taylor (his friend from school)

One thing I am really good at is:  Writing

My favorite color is:  Green

My favorite toy is:  Batman

When I grow up I want to be:  A hockey player is his usual answer but tonight he decided it would be wise to have a back up plan so if the hockey thing doesn't work out he will be a Ninja Turtle.

My favorite books:  Pete the Cat, Easy Street, We're Going on a Bear Hunt

My favorite snack:  Trail mix

My least favorite food:  Pineapple

My favorite animal:  Tiger

My favorite game:  Candyland

My favorite thing to do with Mom:  Read books

My favorite thing to do with Dad:  Play basketball

Hello First Grade!

Today was Joey's first day of first grade! He has been looking forward to this day for awhile now. Being a first grader is kind of a big deal. Not only does he now get to choose between two hot meals at lunch, he also gets to check out two books at a time from the library (the kindergartners only get to check out one at a time). 

Thankfully he's not too cool to let his mom walk him to his classroom. I even got a hug and kiss goodbye. I am amazed at how much he's matured in the last year. He walked into the school like he owned the place and walked straight to his new classroom. It was such a relief to see him so calm and confident. No first day jitters for this guy!

Here are a few photos...

A first grade boy's most important accessories...

his shoes...

... and his backpack!

Checking out his new desk

His teacher

Interview with a First Grader

My favorite food is: Chicken

My favorite sport is: Flag Football

My favorite TV show is: Ninjago

The coolest person on Earth: Bruizer

One thing I am really good at: Tying my shoes

If I could go anywhere in the world, I'd go to: Rapid City

My favorite color is: Green

My favorite toys are: Legos

When I grow up, I want to be: Football Player

My favorite movie is: Cars 2

My favorite book is: Elephant and Piggie books

My favorite season is: Fall

My favorite snack is: a Green Apple

One food I don't like: Lasagna

If I had one wish, it would be: To get a trophy

My favorite animal: Penguins

My favorite game is: Lego Batman (DS)

My favorite thing to do with Mom: Mini Golf

My favorite thing to do with Dad: Play Wii

1st Day of School

This post is slightly delayed but I am happy to report that the first day of school was a success for both boys. Joey is loving Kindergarten and Sam is transitioning very well into his Preschool routine. My babies are growing up way too fast!!

I picked Joey up after his first day of school so we could go out for some frozen yogurt at his all-time favorite place, Cherry Berry. While we were there I said "Joey, I didn't even cry today. Aren't you proud of me?" He got a little grin on his face and said "Mommy, I saw a little bit of tears." Then he pats me on the shoulder and says, "But it's okay, I'm still proud of you." My sweet boy!

INTERVIEW WITH A KINDERGARTNER

Joey

My favorite food is: Cereal

My favorite sport is: T-Ball

My favorite TV show is: Ninjago

The coolest person on Earth: Me... and Sam

One thing I am really good at: Coloring in the lines

If I could go anywhere in the world, I'd go to: Minot

My favorite color is: Green

My favorite toys are: Iron Man, Mario Characters

When I grow up, I want to be: A Police Officer

My favorite movie is: Lion King

My favorite book is: The Gruffalo

When I was little I used to: Rock in the chair with Mommy

My favorite season is: Winter

My favorite snack is: Cheetos

One food I don't like: Mushrooms

My best friends: Tommy & Ryne

If I had one wish, it would be: To go to a hotel and swim

My favorite animal: Rhino

My favorite game is: Uno

All ready for their first day!

Showing off their "pack-packs".

Picture with Mommy (who was a little emotional at the moment... but NOT crying).

And with Daddy, who is calm, cool and collected.

Sitting at his desk. 

With his best buddies, Ryne & Tommy, who are both in his class!

And then there's this little guy... SO proud to be following in his big brother's footsteps.

INTERVIEW WITH A PRESCHOOLER:

Sam

My favorite food: Cereal Bars

My favorite sport is: HOCKEY!

My favorite TV show is: Backyardigans

One thing I am really good at: Gymnastics

My favorite color is: Orange

My favorite toy: Puzzles

When I grow up, I want to be: A Hockey Player

My favorite movie is: Finding Nemo

My favorite book is: Dino Hockey

My favorite snack is: Goldfish Crackers

One food I don't like: Anything that's healthy...

My best friends: Taylor, Easton, Clara and Peyton

My favorite animal: Horse

My favorite game is: Gone Fishing