Where does the time go? 6 years ago this week, Avery came into this world. And today, under the watchful eye of her mom and dad, little sister, grandmother and D-dad, their neighbor Kenneth and Uncle Stew, Avery took her first step into an exciting new challenge and opportunity: kindergarten.

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Where does the time go? It didn’t slow down. But, it sure felt like it sped up…a lot! There were the laundry basket races in the living room (don’t tell her mom about that), her first Rangers game, learning about Snoopy and the magic of Disney, holiday trips and vacations. She’s already experienced a lot in 5 years and 362 days. And there will be many more experiences and learning opportunities.

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As I rushed out of work this morning to make it to see my niece off to her first day at public school, I couldn’t help but notice the sunrise. It was a brilliant orange sun paired with an infinite blue sky. There wasn’t a cloud anywhere. How appropriate. The first day of school and a new adventure. The opportunities and possibilities are as limitless as the blue sky that I was witnessing. And time keeps on moving.

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I couldn’t help but think about Avery’s mommy and daddy. They’re dedicated to making sure their child makes good and right decisions. They make time to ensure those lessons are taught early in life. And if they’re not around, Avery’s got a good-sized group of grandparents, uncles and aunts, other relatives and friends to ensure that good lessons and God are taught. Time shouldn’t get in the way.

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Now, the next chapter of Avery’s life is officially underway. Teachers will spend time to make sure she gets a good education. And hopefully she will learn a lesson that many of us will be reminded of every day, time is the most valuable commodity out there. Every single second is gone and we can’t get it back. So how are we going to use the time that we’ve been blessed with?

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I appreciate my brother’s kind words and hope that everyone is getting their school year off to a great start whether you are in public school, private school, or home school.  There is nothing more powerful than the opportunity to learn.  This is a new chapter in our lives and I am sure you will be hearing a lot more about it as ‘Dad is Learning.’