My baby graduates preschool

Oh boy! It's so hard to believe Jack is wrapping up his last week of preschool this week! It honestly doesn't seem real that he'll be in elementary school next year! Everybody warned me when Jack was a baby...to enjoy it, it goes by fast. I can say that I have enjoyed every minute of Jack so far. He's an old-soul child who makes me so happy every single day! His growth over the last couple of years in preschool has been extraordinary. He has such a passion for school, friends, and his teachers. His love of school will undoubtedly carry over to Kindergarten next year.

Tonight I watched Jack graduate! I know, it's a PRESCHOOL...what's the big deal?! But for me, and for Jack, it was a symbol of growth. A time to honor the small child we're leaving behind and welcome the big kid coming upon us. I often think about this...how a child growing up can be painful. Because with the loss of baby Jack, came the birth of toddler Jack. And the loss of toddler Jack, became the birth of preschool Jack. And so on and so forth this will go. I am so scared to say goodbye to each of these Jacks...because I've enjoyed those people so much. But, I welcome the "new" Jack each time because he is constantly blossoming into something more and more beautiful.

So, tonight...YES, I got teary-eyed as my sweet boy walked across the stage in his cap and gown and during the OH SO EMOTIONAL slide-show played to a song about babies growing up. Uggghhh! I was not prepared! Luckily, a friend had some extra tissues on hand! :) The center-pieces on the tables should seriously involve facial tissue of some sort! Idea for next year!!!

Jack was so proud...and Jason and I were too! We love you so much Jack!






Jack with his best buddy, Sam.



Jack's teacher, Mrs. Lynn, helped ease Jack's transition from his Texas preschool to his Florida preschool. She welcomed him with open arms and Jack LOVED her!



Before I know it, it'll be James walking across that stage!