Longing for Spring

On a dreary, cold day in the end of winter, I was inspired to add a bit of green to my world...

This is presently becoming my favorite "kids-we're-late-for-school"(again) hat.

No matter what time I seem to get up in the morning, we are always pulling up just as the door is shutting and the bell has rung. I can't quite use the "newborn" excuse anymore. I really have tried various motivational strategies for all involved parties, but to no avail.

So, with 4 months left of school, I have come to the conclusion that secretly I must like being the last to arrive. You get the best parking spot right at the front door, which is very important in winter. You don't have to stand outside before the bell rings and chitter chat before having eaten any breakfast. And, Simeon gets to make a grand entrance every day!