September: back to school

 The kids are settling in to school. It is a poignant time of year for me. I used to have nightmares the night before, then ones where I cannot find my classroom, or my day book! 

I put out the garbage Monday morning. 

Joe brought back the cans. That was the exciting beginning to our September!

Jordan and Aster had a last kick at the can before school.

I had a great chat with Aster! She showed me the book cover she made with a kit from Lee Valley. She's been doing carving, as well.

She used her etching tool.

When they visited last month, Grampa gifted her his wedding shirt. It doesn't fit him anymore.

Jordan has settled in to his new room. He shares a bathroom with another student. This is a good plan, I think. 

He's posted his decorations! He made the quilt from old t-shirts. The afghan, Aster made for him! 

Queen's students seemed to have a lot of fun. 

In British Columbia, there were sweet phone calls to wish the young 'uns a good school year. They've had a wonderful summer of berry picking and ice cream!

They celebrated back to school, as well!

And the school year begins!