New beginnings, a week anda half later...

On September 1st Noah ventured into a new little world,
that exists < 1/2-mile from home...

KINDERGARTEN.
Despite the days/week to follow,
Noah's first day was full of excitement
(a little trepidation, but still...smiles prevailed)

unlike his normal pace in life (super fast)
he has found a new tendency of lagging behind just a little.


Embracing his new role -
a Purdy Panther...

inside he settled right into his little desk


and started drawing an absolutely adorable picture,
recounting our summer road trip to MT.

Here's a picture his mommy is going to treasure
for many, many years to come!

(and also the smile I have held on to over the past week
as he has been overwhelmed
with anxiety and tearful separations)

Day by day, step by step, the unknowns of Kindergarten
become more well-known;
friendships are being born;
and a little courage is built on.

Thank you to all our friends/family that have been
so encouraging, supportive, and patient
as we have navigated through this transition.