Sunday, August 29, 2010

"Our" first day of school

Our first day of school was not what I had expected. Emmie sitting in her wheelchair with Avas arm around the chair and Elsie sitting on Emmies lap was what I envisioned. I was crying all morning trying to stay strong for Ava. She didn't need any added stress to her day. They have been 1 year apart in school growing up, so Ava has been in all of Emmie's first day back to school pictures. These changes will not be easy but I know I have to get used to them.
Ava has had a difficult beginning this year. I am praying it gets easier as the weeks go on. Prior to all that has been going on, we decided for Ava to do 1st grade again this year. She is one of the youngest for her grade and I am so glad I made the right decision for her. Most of her friends from our ward/ neighborhood are in 1st grade so she is happy as can be!
Elsie started pre-preschool this year with her friend Crew. They are so stinkin cute together. She wasn't very excited about the backpack and going to preschool but I know she will adjust soon. She had been with friends and family so much during Emmies hospital stay it has been hard for her to separate from me. I am so grateful for friends and family who have helped us during these difficult times. I know my children have more than felt the love from others when I couldn't be there and I am so grateful for that.

1st grade!


Love this girl and am so grateful for her obedience!

Elsie wasn't liking the idea of preschool. She had been neglected by me for 10 days so it was difficult to send her off. My sweet friend Shannon took her to her first day of school since I was busy getting things finalized at the mortuary and cemetery. It wasn't the best feeling but I knew my girls were ready for some normalcy in their life!

This is pretty much how I was feeling too!


The egg burrito (her favorite) that dad had made, wasn't helping!

Goodness gracious... I love this girl! She is wearing what Emmie wore to preschool. Love those hand me downs. Emmie kept them in "perfect" condition!

Hope everyone had a better first day of school than we did! Life will get easier... I know it!


12 comments:

Shannon said...

I need to download my pictures and send you the ones I took of her. She was happy as can be by that time! Hang in there, we are all praying for your family!

Tracey said...

I am sorry that was such a hard day... We love you guys so much and are missing Em bug too. I am so proud of how strong you are trying to be.
xoxo

P.S. As usual, the girls look so cute for their day of school!

AudyCamp said...

Elsie's poor little crying face. Glad that she got some happy pictures later on. :) They both look adorable as always. I'm sorry that was such a hard day for you..
I'm so impressed though that you captured their first day of school so perfectly...when I'm sure you would've rather just stayed in bed.

Lydia said...

What beautiful girls you have. Even of your little one with all the tears. Ava looks so much like you! I hope the days ahead will get brighter and brighter for you! Love you!

Anonymous said...

Awww...she's adorable! LOVE that outfit...and those shoes:)

A day in the life of the Campbell's said...

so cute...both of them. I am so sorry it has been such a difficult time lately. I hope things improve and that they both love school. Very cute pictures!

Four Boys and A BABE said...

Tiffany you inspire me in so many ways you will never ever know. Your strength is amazing and I love to read your blog.
We held London as well in 1st again....Best thing we have ever done for her, ct as well. She is blossoming beyond what I would have thought.
Let me know if I can ever help, I would love to..

Elli

Kelli said...

Your girls are darling Tiffany!

The {Prince} Family said...

Jason & Tiffany,
Just wanted you both to know that you have been constantly on our minds these past few weeks. We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Todd & Sandee Prince

Kim said...

They look gorgeous as usual, even with the sad face :)
i am so sorry it was such a tough day. we think of you guys so often. wish there was something more i could say.
love you guys

Lacey said...

ahhhh tiff. i think of you guys every single day. I pray you receive the strength necessary to make it through each day. I love you. They both look beautiful as always.

musical creations said...

CUTEST GIRLS tiff!! love the pictures!