Patrick woke up this morning on his own, just before 7 am. He was ready to go! He did tell us that he had a difficult time sleeping last night, because he was thinking about school. He said, "it was a long night." I know exactly what he means -I had a long night too. He said he was excited and a little scared. But, what we saw this morning was certainly more of the excitement!
The only downside... after waiting 40 minutes at the bus stop (we arrived 10 minutes early, because Patrick just could NOT wait).... the bus did not come. But, we had a great time taking some photos and enjoying the beautiful weather with our neighbors. So, I drove Patrick to school, which in all honesty, was pretty fun for me! I walked him to his classroom door - he said bye then marched in hung up his bag in his cubby (#10) and said hello to his teacher, Mrs. Lawrence. He jumped in with no hesitation, ready to start the day.
We're hoping the bus remembers our stop tomorrow! But, either way... I know Patrick will have a great day! Here are some pics of the morning...
Patrick & Nate walking to the bus stop
The boys hanging out on the curb
Tired of pictures... and I was just getting started!!
Look at my sweet baby!
This is the corner where the bus was supposed to pick him up!
My boys... Ethan was wandering around the court by this time. Tomorrow, I'm bringing the stroller!
I had to get my last hugs in!
He humors me.
Thumbs up for daddy!
The gang waiting for the bus. Max, Patrick & Ava! 
I love Patrick's peace sign here.
I had to get my last hugs in!
He humors me.
Thumbs up for daddy!
The gang waiting for the bus. Max, Patrick & Ava! 
I love Patrick's peace sign here. This was just before we all loaded up our cars for the drive to school.
Nate and I will miss Patrick while he's at school, but I'm so proud of my boys, and especially Patrick for being so brave on his first solo adventure into the world. He is definitely my little man.
