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Thursday, August 30, 2012

First Day of School



Our Kindergartener
Our Blue Bird
A friend snapped this picture! I was so glad she did because it captured one of many milestones in our family's life.



Years ago, in my mind I thought I would dread the start of kindergarten. For me it meant more time away Kennedy. In private care, I have kept her out weekly and we were involved as much as we could be enjoying the flexible schedule. 

The first day of kindergarten came, August 28th, and Kennedy and we as a family took it in stride. She was completely confident, ready, and eager to join her peers. Mommy and Daddy did not shed a tear. I felt at peace knowing she is in good hands, in a great program, and that we have many friends as parents and teachers in the school there with extra eyes and loving hands to care for her. We can't wait to see the school year unfold. We love you Kennedy!!


Not only did Kennedy have a big day, Jaxon did as well. This was the first time he had gone to school without his sister to hold hands with as he walked into the door. He definitely holds his own, however, this day he had many questions as to why Kennedy was not with him.  He handled it better than I expected and now is a Blue Bird learning to trace his name, his letter and colors. I stopped by the school on his first day and caught a glimpse of him running to grab the director's hand standing in front of  his peers to sing, "Go Now in Peace".   That memory will be forever etched in my mind.....what a great first day of school!

Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Splish Splash Birthday Bash-Family Style





















Yes---call us crazy! We had Kennedy's "friend" party from 2 to 4 and then family with close friends from 4:30 to..........the last guest left at 10:30:). It rained a short bit and then God blessed us with his beautiful rainbow and the kids played non-stop on the water slide. We are so blessed by family and friends. Thank you to everyone that made Kennedy's birthday so memorable for her!!  We love you sweet angel! We try to live every moment and take advantage of all time spent together.  I truly don't know were the past 6 years has gone!!  Thank you for the joy, love and genuiness your bring into our lives.

Sunday, August 26, 2012

A Royal Birthday Celebration


Kennedy and Princess Cinderella

The girls waiting Cinderella's arrival


The Story of Cinderella



Baby and a sword:)
Sweet Boy



 A Ballroom Dance


The line never ended for make-up, what little girl
doesn't like make-up?!?!






Princess Sparkles!!!!
This little girl had a magical birthday party!






Princess Kennedy by royal proclamation was crowned "princess" for the day



Happy Birthday our sweet princess!!



I wasn't sure were Kennedy was headed but when Cinderella followed her to her room...
she wanted to show her her "princess room"








Kennedy LOVED her princess party. She always has a smile on her face, however, I don't think it ever left her face one time during her time with Cinderella. Our house was filled with over 50 friends and families. It was so much fun---yes I admit a bit overwhelming but we wouldn't have done it any other way!