Back to school

First day at 'school' for Anna

The kids all returned to school last week after the long summer.  They're all still at the American Academy, and in general are happy to be back with friends.  Many new faces in their classes this year, which is quite normal in Cyprus given level of transition over summer with UN/diplomatic staff etc.  Of course the standard transition issues for the kids over the past week: missing their sleep in, lunches to be packed, homework to do, Angus not keen to get a haircut (we currently call him the strawman, although Ross thinks Gus' current hairstyle looks more like iconic 1970's surfer George Greenough - google him if you have a chance).  

The other special thing has been Anna's commencement at school.  It's actually preschool, but it's all in the same facility so now she can proudly go off the school with the other three.  Very proud of herself, and loves the routine of schoolbag, lunchbox etc.  

Just quietly I think Sarah is also loving the fact that she has some time to herself for the first time in 10 years!  All quite new, but a lovely change.  I'm sure she will write a blog about this soon.

Angus 'Greenough'