Thursday, June 2, 2011

My Turtle is Moving On....

A few minutes ago, Chad looked at me and said "just breathe, Sarah"....so that is what I'm doing. Breathing and drinking a Blue Moon.
Today was busy, and I don't think I stopped to breathe at all. My baby had her very last day of preschool...and I have been tearing up all day. I just don't know what happened to the time? God, I'm so thankful I've been able to stay home with her for the first 5 years of her life. Yesterday during our conference, her teacher said "Hannah is doing great, and she is more than ready for Kindergarten" ....you have no idea how much I needed to hear that.
She also told me that Hannah excels in math related activities...like puzzles & counting (which I already knew). She has learned so many sight words and is eager to sound out new words...she wants to read so badly! She also has made great strides when it comes to using her "Big Girl voice"...standing up for herself more often. That is something I worried about because she is very much like her Mommy......quiet & always wanting to please.
Ms. Gretchen gave each of the Moms a little turtle charm, and said "Remember them when they were just turtles".....there was not a dry eye in the room. Then she gave each turtle a small photo album containing pictures of everyone in the class :) We could not have asked for two better teachers this year. Gretchen and Chris genuinely loved all the students and wanted to see them succeed & grow.....and my child is better for it!!
Saying goodbye to Ms Gretchen....



Then, we hit the pool for the "Turtles End-of the Year Pool Party"....Beautiful weather...warm, but a nice cool breeze. Sadie was chillin'....




2 comments:

Erin said...

Oh I cry... I cry!! Love you Hannah~Banana!! <3

beachmom757 said...

I am so proud of you for getting through the day! I know it was emotional and we know Hannah is more than ready to hit Kindergarten but is Kindergarten ready for her?????!!!! LOL