And They're Off

Today the boys had to go back to school. Unlike in years past, I was not ready for the boys to return. It has been so nice having them home - not having a schedule, the boys more relaxed, and the girls able to finish their afternoon naps. I have loved having the time to have all four kids home together for the day.

Each year Greg and I take time to pray over the decision of school for the boys. So far, every year we have been led to send the boys back to a private Christian school that we LOVE and God has provided the means for us to do so. However, as we start to pray over next year, I am a little more stirred towards homeschooling.

For now, we are back to the pace of school, carpool, and 6 am wake up calls. The girls even joined in the activity this morning by waking up with us. I wish I could just push the 'pause' button and have a little more time before they're off again.

Since the girls did wake so early, I have been able to take advantage of their extra long morning nap and participate in Day 3 of the organization challenge - Tupperware cabinet. I really have no idea what has happened to all my plasticware - probably thrown out because I left something in it too long and decided to toss instead of clean. Anyway, because of our dwindling amount, this challenge was pretty quick. Here is my before and after: