Back to school is good.

Yesterday was Back to School in these parts.

I'm not ashamed to admit I was ready for it. My kids? Not so much. 

We had a crazy summer full of remodeling and mission prep, and I am ready for some "normalcy," although it's a new kind of normal with only four kids left in the house.

I am happy with Back to School time because schedules are good.
Quiet time for writing/reading/volunteering/more projects is good.
A cleaner house is also good.

But...

I am happy when school gets out each day because happy noise is good. (I said HAPPY noise).
Time to play outside with friends is good.
Family dinner hour is even better.
And family time is not just good, it's sacred.