Goodbye, Preschool...

Today was Emma's last day as a preschooler.  She wanted to get presents for her teachers on the last day, so we made these reusable, freezable, cups filled with juice sticks and a sign stating "Thank you for sparking my creative juices this year." They turned out really cute and all her teachers seemed to really appreciate the gesture.

Emma is so excited to move on and wants to know if she can start kindergarten tomorrow. I am excited for her, but kind of sad at the same time. My sweet little baby is growing up far too quickly and I can't believe how much she has changed in such a seemingly short time. It was a wonderful year for Emma in the Orange room, thanks in no small part to Miss Deborah (her teacher) and Miss Blanca (one of the aides). These ladies work tirelessly with the kids and Emma loved going to school here. Miss Deborah gave Emma big hugs and a kiss goodbye. She told her that she loved her and that she is a very smart young lady with a wonderful mommy who will push her to accomplish great things. I thought it was awesome that she let Emma know how much confidence she has in her and that she knows Emma is capable of anything...

I was also able to snap a quick shot of Emma and her other BFF, Baron, on the way out today. He is her other long time buddy, together since infancy.  In fact, Baron was Emma's first non-family friend.  He is a few months younger than Emma though, so he won't get to start kinder with the other kids this fall. But his mommy & I will have to make sure to keep them in touch.