Today—officially—I’m the mama of a 6th grader, a 5th grader, and a 2nd grader.

We didn’t really buy school supplies.

We didn’t buy new school clothes, since our semi-annual shopping trip to Buffalo ended early and in tears (mine).

We didn’t buy new shoes.

We don’t know any of the other kids or parents.

We don’t know any of the teachers.

We didn’t know where to go.

We didn’t take the right pictures due to the rainstorm—there are no backpacks, and I didn’t use the awesome frame I bought *just* for the photos. Two porch shots, for the win.

But there’s one thing I know for damn sure—I am the mama of three awesome kids who are going to have the greatest 6th, 5th, and 2nd grade years.

I just know it. 

I hope everyone celebrating back-to-school day today—parents, teachers, and kids—has a great, great day!