Our First Ever "School" Night

I can't believe it, but my little baby boy starts school tomorrow! I mean, wasn't he born yesterday?!!?! I think we are ready....as we can be anyway!!! We bought all of his school supplies yesterday, have been talking about going to school for the last couple of weeks, picked up the physical form from the pediatrician's office, packed extra outfits and diapers, and signed about 100 permission forms! I can't believe my guy is hitting this exciting milestone already. I am really excited for him though. When Jay and I brought him to the school to view and evaluate it last spring, Jack came with us and quickly made himself at home. He fit in and immediately played with the other kids and teachers. We feel like he is really going to thrive with this type of routine and structured learning environment. I am going to have to keep in mind how good this is going to be for him and what a wonderful opportunity it is tomorrow morning as I am likely going to be driving away in tears!!!! Ugh, I can't even think it right now:(

Speaking of school, I need to again immensely thank the family members who have been helping with with the TRIP (Tuition Reduction Incentive Program) that we enrolled Jack in for when he starts at St. Catherine's. I received another quarterly statement that outlines all of the gift cards we have purchased for the period. Would you believe that we have collectively spent $20,250? All of this on everyday purchases (groceries, gas, haircuts, pizzas, etc., etc.) that we would be making anyway? Anyway, I just want to let you know that purchasing the gift cards through St. Catherine's really, really helps us and we are absolutely grateful for your continued participation in this wonderful program. This period we have earned $385 towards Jack's tuition!!! This is amazing!! I think that will be enough for about 2 months of tuition!!!! This is wonderful news and I am just so thrilled and grateful for your support!!!!

This summer has been great and we certainly have been enjoying it (and still are!!). But after a while, all good things must come to an end. As you can see from the photo below, even Jack is getting a little tired of all of this summer fun we have had! So, I am hoping he is ready to embrace some fall changes......first and foremost like starting school tomorrow. We still have lots to do to prepare for the big day. Please wish us luck tomorrow morning! I just know my lil man will do great!!!!