Adios Kindergarten!

Today was Joey's big day. Kindergarten graduation!! I know every parent says this but I can't believe the school year is {almost} over and he's going to be a 1st grader! I'm amazed every day at the things he's learned and the progress he's made over the past year. We are so proud of him!!

Before graduation, his class had a short music program. Joey was so nervous. I thought for sure he was going to get sick but fortunately he made it and once it was over, he was all smiles.

Joey with his good friend, Ryne

Joey with Grandma Shayne. He was so happy she could be there. 

Proud Mommy and Daddy 

Joey with his teacher, Mrs. Weiser. He loves her (and we do too)! 

Joey and Tommy have been friends since they were 1! 

Joey in front of his self portrait. It's hard to read, but it says "After I graduate, I want to...  sqt (skate)".  I know, laugh all you want. Apparently, when you say your kids will never play hockey, it means both of your kids will be obsessed with hockey. Lesson learned.

Joey with the principal, Mr. Sheldon. All of the kids LOVE this guy. 

Time to celebrate!

Joey's 2012 Preschool Graduation

Joey's preschool graduation was this past week. The celebration was similar to last year (picnic and program at the park) but this year was different. He is now officially done with preschool and will be moving on to a new adventure -- kindergarten -- next fall. To say he's excited would be an understatement. We attended a program called Gearing Up for Kindergarten and I think it was beneficial for both of us. We were able to get a little preview of what kindergarten will be like, get a tour of the school, do a lot of fun learning activities together and meet some of the teachers, the librarian and even the principal. It was a great program that helped prepare us all for what's coming in a few months.

Here are a few photos from Joey's big day...

Joey and Ella have been attending daycare/preschool together since they were  just a year old. In case you are wondering, Joey says she is NOT his girlfriend, they are "just friends".

Joey and Landon are Tae Kwon Do buddies.

Playing before graduation... 

Goofing around with Breckon and Blake.

Sam loves to swing!

Sam was so proud of his big brother. He sat in the front row during the program and cheered louder than anyone. 

Joey and Ms. Mandy. She took over for Ms. Sabrina when she had her baby in April. 

It was so nice of Ms. Sabrina to come to graduation. ALL of the kids were so happy to see her. 

Preschool Program 

Besides having to deal with the wind, we had a great night and I am so proud of Joey's accomplishments this year. Have I mentioned how much I love these two little guys of mine?!?