Today was the first day of school for most kids in Alberta. The kids bounced out of bed and got dressed in their first day of school outfits. Ella, with her new short haircut, had on the stylish black skinny jeans and her longish plaid shirt with the belt thingy. Maddy had a colour-coordinated, striped [...]

Ben and Ella started Talmud Torah school today. They were excited to get their school supplies and meet their new teachers and classmates. By all accounts, the first day went well. Ben complained that no kids talked to him, but Ella reported talking to three girls.