Thomas is a Graduate!

Thomas graduated from preschool! The ceremony was held at Oviedo Presbyterian Church. The staff had created a slide show of the year and it was fun to see Thomas in several of the photos. The children walked into the room wearing their special cap and gown while the graduation pomp and circumstance music was playing. The children sang many songs. Each child was then called by name to accept their diploma. Afterwards we gathered outside for a small reception. We were so happy that many of our friends and family came for this special milestone for Thomas. We all went back to our house for some cake, ice cream and gifts. It's almost seems impossible that enough time has passed for my baby to be entering Kindergarten. I am sure I will say the same thing in the year 2023 when he graduates from high school.

Last Day of Preschool

Today was the last day of school for Thomas. I can't believe how much he has grown this year. He's truly growing up. I have to admit that I started to cry when I was helping put his shoes on this morning. He asked me why I was crying and I told him it was because it would be the last time I helped with his shoes while he's in preschool. I know it sounds silly, but it's hard to believe how fast time has passed this year. Here's a photo from our last day at school. I also included a photo from our first day of school, back in August. Not only has Thomas grown like a weed, but Nathan's growth has been fun to watch as well.

First Lawn Mower Ride

When Ken decided to go outside to cut the grass this weekend, Nathan started looking out the window to find him. I brought Nathan outside and let him have his first lawn mower ride. Of course he loved it! I think Ken has another eager yard helper. Well...at least for now.

My Heart Attack!

Nathan is officially a climber! He first learned to pull the chairs out from the playroom table, scoot onto them with his belly and pull up to a stand. Well, since that move was perfected, he has moved onto using the chair to climb onto the table. He then proceeds to stand on top of the table and jump up and down. Talk about a heart attack! (Please note that Ken was sitting next to the table while I took these photos.)

11 months old

This month Nathan has continued to just grow by leaps and bounds. He is walking, running and jumping all over the house. He has 5 teeth and is beginning to eat "people food". We are working on getting him to drink from a sippy cup but it's still in the beginning phases. We are constantly amazed by how fast he learns things especially from watching Thomas. It's hard to believe that in a month we'll be celebrating his first birthday!! (By the way, when I took this picture he walked to the chair, climbed inside, turned around and then smiled. Almost like he's done this before! ha!)

The Last T-Ball Game

I think in Thomas' first season of T-Ball, we played through every single possible kind of weather! In the beginning of the season, we all had multiple layers on and by the end of the season we couldn't wait to get in the car to cool off! The season was a complete success. Thomas did a fantastic job learning the sport and rules. After the last game, the team went to McDonald's for dinner, cake and handing out trophies. Here's a picture of our final cheering section and Coach Shawn. We are already looking forward to next season!

Mother's Day Tea

At Thomas' school they had a Mother's Day Tea Party. As Thomas put it, it should have been called a "juice and cookies" party. The kids made lots of cute things and it was nice to spend extra time with him in the morning.