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| Daniel with his Schultüte and his brand new backpack |
Starting school in Germany is so fun! There is even a word for the whole process and ceremony of starting first grade: einschulung. Yesterday was Daniel's "Einschulung". Perhaps one of the best parts of this whole tradition is the "Schultüte". Literally translated this means "school bag". This special bag/cone contraption is packed with candy and gifts from the child's parents in celebration of the opening of a new chapter in the child's life.
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| A big sign welcoming all the first graders |
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| Getting ready for the big ceremony! |
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| Heading out of the gym with his class and teacher for their very first class |
Certainly this is a new chapter in our brave little boy's life. He has moved to a new country, learned a new language (he is totally fluent!), attended two different kindergartens, and made new friends in two different towns, and now is going through the whole process of entering the elementary school system...and all in only 9 MONTHS!
Another cultural experience, another step of clinging to Jesus and trusting our amazing son to His care!
Stay tuned for upcoming post on life with four kids, and the continuing progress of renovating and decorating our new house!
