Monday, September 03, 2007

First Day of School

We all survived and were all home by 12:30! (and only a few tears were shed)
Luke, Abby and I (Stacey) all have homework already...no slacking here! Luke said he already met a friend who speaks English and Abby sits with a table full of boys. How did they know she would be able to handle herself in that situation?..and give them a run for their money?

In my class there are 9 students. I believe I am the only American. We played lots of games and listened to CD's. The teacher did not speak any English with us. We also worked with partners a lot...repeating sentences etc. My partner was a nun dressed to the nines in her "habit". I am TOTALLY telling the truth. I'm sure throughout the week we will have more stories to share. Thanks for praying for us on this BIG day!

"Schultuete"...First graders get these cones filled with candy on their first day of school! Abby really liked this!


10 comments:

Mary Porter said...

The kids look adoreable! You can tell that Levi was nervous by how he is gripping his cone. And he doesn't start school until tomorow! I'm glad to hear that everyone survived the first day. I'm praying for you!
I LOVE YOU!
MeMoo :)

Kim said...

So glad the day went great! Tell Abby that Kenzie was surrounded by boys last year too. And she definitely gave them a run for their money. Do you think you can get a picture of the nun to put on your blog? teehee love, Kim

Unknown said...

By the week's end your German partner may go back to the convent singing: "How do you solve a problem like a Schtacey? How do you make a blue bird touch the ground?..."

Glad your first days went well!

domandkat said...

Jodie beat me to it! Waaaah! No, but seriously, glad to hear the first day went well be everyone...but you didn't meantion Brad. Is he still recovering?

Jodie, how's your "ich" going?

Joe and Amy said...

The kids look great...glad too hear it went well with minimal tears shed! We thought of you and prayed for you throughout the day.

Amy Ross said...

We were praying along with all your other family and friends. What a blessing you have to have so many uplifting you in prayer!! Sorry we missed your skype.. maybe we can try tomorrow. What I really want is a PHONE call!! Do you have Vonage YET?? Love ya!

Wesley said...

Glad it was a good start for everyone. That nun story is taking it a bit far, don't you think Stace? ;)
What an exciting time! Your kids are amazing. We love you guys and are praying for you during this crazy week.

Brad & Stacey said...

By the end of the class I WILL post a picture of Helena...the nun!;)

Mike and Kathy Menke said...

Wow! Luke, Levi and Abby look so much older!! I miss you guys and am praying for you all!! I love you!

Keith Miller said...

Glad to hear the first day went well. We are thinking of you!