Well, we'll go with a sunshiny half smile for today. It was a pretty good one, really, and I am very excited now, and ready, for a new school year to start. But I am still a little bummed out. Probably only natural. Mom and Dad were up today and spent this last summery day with the kids. Mom made dinner, which was wonderful. Now, I barely have it in me to even type this much. Still, I know it takes time to build back up to full school speed. That's what these next three days are for, to ease in, to enjoy my students, and to come home at night and love my little family of 4. A friend's blog tonight really reminded me that these days with my own children in school with me are few, and are precious. Thanks Danette! I needed that!