first vs. last day...

"Come on Avery, school's going to be fun!"

So that was August...

it seems like just yesterday and as I look at these photos 

both of the girls still have a little "baby" in their faces... 

but not now...

This year has brought many learning experiences and such joy...

reading

traveling

book fair

family time

soccer

learning to share

art show

ABC's

basketball

new-found independence

Cinderella Play

navigating new social worlds 

1, 2, 3's

flag football

shapes

playground exploration

learning to tell the truth {especially about the location of our sock!}

taking responsibility

library

lunch tables

eating our veggies when mom & dad aren't watching

dancing

musical solos

how to hold a pencil

Christmas pagents

bandaides for our boo boo's

butterfly watching 

gardening

class parties

photo shoots

movies

nap time when we really need it!

It is amazing how fast time flies and I feel so very blessed 

to have been room mom for both of their classes!!!

And yes, we are sad to see that the year has come to a close...

but now it is time for our new-to-be 1st grader and Pre-K-er to enjoy their summer!!! 

Thank you to all those who helped our girls grow this year!

There are so many people who have blessed us this year and we are forever grateful!

Have a fabulous summer!!!