Now they're both off to school

The kitchen was again a busy place in the morning, as Tim and the kids ate breakfast and prepared lunches for the day (well, I prepared Tim's lunch anyway). Mark and Christina both showered and gathered their books and papers. Christina had a good day (for freshmen only) yesterday, but said it was boring--most of the class sessions stressed rules and consequences for breaking rules.

But there must have been more going on than a litany of rules, because she had some homework in Latin and Religion. It was fun to sit at the table with her and Tim as they discussed how should would answer some questions about what is the Bible, how we know it is true, etc.

Christina was pretty quiet when I picked her up yesterday, I'm sure tired from listening so hard for hours. Today will be a more normal day, so I'm excited to hear how it went for both Mark and Christina. They left today in the rain (just a gentle sprinkle, not a downpour), but I think it will clear up later today. Hopefully their day will be brighten up too, as the clouds dissipate and their minds clear and real learning can take place.

Note I said, "hopefully." Reality may be something else, but I will still hold out hope that they can learn and enjoy it--especially in their new surroundings.

Till next time,

Suzi