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Depending on where you live, you may have already embarked on the 2017 to 2018 school year.
Some kids look forward to it and organize, color-code, and decorate their binders and backpacks weeks before school starts. Others cling to the sun-soaked days of summer with every ounce of strength and energy that they have.
These funny pictures from the first day of school show both kinds of student, but they're all great for a hearty laugh. Some folks really know how to enjoy life!
Either way, you're about to gain back six and a half hours to get your own chores and activities done, if you're a stay-at-home parent. If you've been on the 9-to-5 or another work schedule all summer, then at least you don't have to worry about babysitters, day care, or feeling like you're burdening friends and family any longer.
Are you looking forward to the first day of school or basking in the glory of a quiet house for the morning and early afternoon?
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There is always one.
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This mom seems to be pretty darn happy to send the kids back to school.
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You can read more about the story behind this photo here.
The second day of school is never as exciting, is it?
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Dogs have first days of school sometimes, too.
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Never too old for a fun lunch box, even in college or grad school.
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"Obviously, my daughter is really excited for kindergarten."
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What's the funniest thing that's happened to you on the first day of school?
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