We have experienced a lot of firsts in the last couple of weeks. The older kids had their first day of school at their new schools. They also had their first soccer games with their new teams. Kris had his first day of his new civilian job and his first days coaching for this new club. Derrick had his first scouting experience with his new pack. Lucas had his first day of preschool. Kourtney and I have had to let each of the others go to experience these new and exciting experiences waiting patiently for them to return with their stories.
Each of these things have brought tears to my eyes and letting them go but also excitement that I get to see a new chapter of their lives grow and blossom into their new normal. I am sure we have many more firsts to come in our life but I am reveling in the here and now and everything that today has to bring!