Last day of preschool for Abbey

I took Abbey to her last day of preschool on Friday. I can't believe she'll be in kindergarten in just two months! I can barely stand this because I know how the years fly by once the kids are in school. Abbey had a wonderful experience at St. Peter Lutheran, and she is excited about starting her new school, Mary Ann Sanders Elementary, in August. Here are some pictures of her last day:

Here is Abbey with her graduation cap and preschool diploma.

This picture is of Abbey walking to her classroom.

Here are Abbey and her BFF, Brenna. They have their teddy bears because they have a teddy bear picnic on the last day of school.

Abbey, with her teachers and some of her friends.

Abbey with her teachers, Mrs. Cotta and Mrs. Moser.

Abbey and her pal, Matthew.

Summer Fun

Who would have thought that the kids would have so much fun playing in a little inflatable pool in our backyard? They have a blast going down the slide while water sprays them. It is very fun for us to watch them enjoy themselves. . .







This is the latest addition to our family. His name is Ben. He is a labradoodle (mix of lab and poodle). Usually, his coat is full of wavy hair, but we had to get him shaved for the summer. He was having fun watching the kids play too, but mostly wishing he could join in the fun with them. We would have let him in the pool, but he'd put a hole in it.

Birthday Girl

I can't believe that Abbey is five years old! This year she had her first birthday party with friends from church and school. It was a princess party. The girls made crowns and dressed up. They had a fun time!

My mom brought Abbey this cute cake and bouquet of flowers on her actual birthday, which landed on a weekday. She had to wait a couple of days before we had her party.

This is Abbey waiting at the door for her friends to arrive. She was so excited!

The girls are decorating their princess crowns.

Here is a picture of all of the lovely princesses in our backyard.

Isaac had a good time getting attention from all the lovely princesses.

Abbey loved her Tinkerbell cake.

It really was a fun celebration, even if I did get a slight catch in my throat when I considered that our little girl is growing up.