First Day of School

I told Kenneth that I wanted a few pictures of him on his first day of school. Most of the pictures are of him standing by the door just staring....no real expression....not even a hint of a smile.

So then I told him to pose....and this is what I get...

Man, I sure love this kid! Life is much more entertaining with him around.

I can't believe that he started 9th grade. He is a freshman!!! Where has the time gone???

I am super excited that he gets to start Seminary this year.

He seems to like most of his teachers so far.

He was sad that he doesn't have any classes with his friends, but they do have the same lunch hour.

This trimester he has Band, Math, Science, Seminary, and English.

Annual Back To School Dinner

We have a fun tradition of a back to school dinner.

I let Kenneth pick the menu. This year he picked steak, spinach salad, mashed potatoes, and cooked carrots.

We get out the fancy China and decorate in school colors.

The purpose is to get together as a family and set some goals for the upcoming school year.

We each picked out goals in four different areas: education, physical, family, and spiritual.

We also decide on a personal theme for the year.

Mike decided his theme would be: Engage

I picked: Simplify

and Kenneth picked: Be Positive

I think this is a sign that they like the food.....