School

I like the fact that school began this week. I also like the fact that there are friends down the road from us. Lucas started school on Tuesday. The bus picks him up at 8:30ish in front of the house and does not return until 4:00. It is quite fantastic. I do love Lucas, but he can be a handful sometimes. Logan when he starts school up everyday will be picked up the same as Lucas and dropped off at 12:00. Logan is so laid back. I do not want to say I have a favorite but if I could he would be it.
Lucas pushes the boundaries every chance he gets. He will constantly get upset over the smallest things. I do not know if this is an older child thing or a I have been spoiled for the last 7 years thing. But, he likes to tell me that he hates me. My reply will be, "Well, I am okay with that. And I still love you." Some of the tantrums are from knowing that when he cried his mother would give in. But, I am not one to give in because he cries, which he does not like.

Today, was the second day that Lucas and Logan went to school together so I did not have to work until 11:00. I went on a wonderful bike ride on the North Branch Bike trail. I rode 12 miles and it felt amazing. I think I might ride again tomorrow or on Sunday. The whole trail is 20 miles, and you can ride to the Botanical Gardens, and walk around fro free. I want to do that some day soon. I think the next Saturday off would be the best bet. It would have to be a morning to early afternoon event. But, worth it. the Chicago Botanical Gardens are amazing.