Back to school for me!

Many of you may not know but I decided to go back to work.  I am a pre-k teacher for Fort Wayne Community Schools...I was on what FWCS calls "Child-Rearing Leave."  I had until February of 2010 to go back or I would loose my position.  I feel that going back in the fall and starting fresh with the children is better then starting half way through the year...Not to mention a job is a pretty valuable thing to have these days!  So...I'm back in the same building and in my classroom.  The only difference...full time is not an option for me.  Meeting Nicolas' many needs is not something I am capable of doing while working full time.  SO thank you to my school corporation who approved a "job share".  There is a wonderful sub taking the afternoon class who will also fill in for me when I need a sub for days when Nicolas is sick or has appointments at Riley.  My incredible assistant is also coming back again this year!  I love her and am thrilled to work with her again!  With all this being said...Anxiety is kicking in with sleepless nights...and I'm trying to establish a routine to so that it's not so stressful for me...but here I am with a glass of wine, Advil and a heat pack for my tight muscles...I'm only 3 days into this and the only thing that brought a smile to my face is Garrett saying..."Mom, maybe you shouldn't go back to work yet"....Oh how I love him...I'm not giving up yet...Although, I feel this important to say,  I do not view the possibility of this not working out due to "giving up." I went into this saying, "I'd rather try, then never know"...And if being home with Nicolas full time is God's Plan...I'm glad to serve!  But for now...My Mom and Jake's Mom will watch Nicolas (with a great many volunteers waiting and wanting to help...you know who you are and we couldn't do it without you...Love you)...I leave for work at 7:30 and am home by 12.  I barely feel like I've left!  So wish me luck, say a prayer, and continue to read our blog...I'm sure I'll have fun things to share.

Much Love to all!

Felisa

Pictures of the First Day of School!

First Day of School!

I can't believe it is that time already!  He is in the 5th grade this 

year...his LAST year in elementary!  He is excited about going

 back!  "Mom, I get to sit in the back of the bus this year!" As the bus 

drove away I watched as he high-fived a friend before sitting down.  

It's going to be a good year...He even got the teacher he wanted (Mrs. DelPriore...they call her Mrs. Del).  Added to his morning 

routine is walking the dogs...so 

he wakes up at 6 am! While waiting for the bus, Miles tried to 

explain to Ella that you bark at the bus...but she decided that 

it was much to scary and hid in the garage behind the broom!  

Well, the house is always different without him...I've found myself 

wishing he were here!  Every once in awhile I tell Garrett about the

 phrase "Carpe diem"...but I add a little to it..."As God as my guide, I will 

seize the day!"  

So...It won't be long til Garrett gets home...the bus arrives at 2:55!  

I think we'll head to the pool for a little bit!

Welcome to the Family!

Meet our newest addition...

Ella

She is a Cockapoo just like Miles, however she will only weigh somewhere between 5-10 pounds.  She is very sweet...follows us everywhere...and loves attention.  Miles is a little unsure of what to do with her...and not quite ready to play with her...but she keeps trying!

Nico's 1st Family Vacation!

These are just a few photos taken from our trip to Michigan.  

We rented a lake home with my sister Kimra and her Husband 

Tim and 3 adorable children (Jack, Will and Grace). I'm sure 

she has posted some pictures too!  We had an incredible time and 

hope to do it all over again next year!

Love to all, 

The Stein Family