Here we go again!

It's the start of another school year for Hannah and Emily. They went back to school today. Hannah is now in the 2nd grade and has Mrs. Dumford for a teacher.

And Emily is now in the first grade with Ms. Bill as her teacher

They were both soooo excited about going back today that they were literally jumping around the house last night! They couldn't wait to use their new school supplies, backpacks and lunchboxes.

I went into work a little later this morning so I could watch them leave. At first, I was just going to ask Ray to take some pictures for me. I mean, they aren't exactly "new" at going to school. But, at the last minute, I decided I didn't care; it's still a big day for them. I didn't cry like I did last year, but it's still very bittersweet to see my two babies climbing on a bus without me and having experiences without me. It's so hard to let go even if they are only going 10 minutes down the street and will be back in 8 hours.

But, I am ever so happy to see them at the end of this first day. They come home almost as excited as they left. However bittersweet it is, I wouldn't trade it for the world! I love these two little girls with all my heart and am trying to soak in every moment I have with them even if it means having to let them grow.