Preschool Graduation

On Thursday, our baby graduated from preschool. I very clearly recall her first day of preschool in 2010, when she was still 2 (almost 3). Three years later, here we are. Sweet Pea Cottage has been a great fit for Anya. She made several close friendships, and they allowed her so much room for creativity and exploration of ideas. She adored her teachers, and they really seemed to "get" her. Plus the weekly field trips were pretty awesome.

We will miss this place and always remember it fondly.

Here we are at the graduation ceremony. The dark haired woman is Miss Cammie (the founder). Next to her is Miss Tisha, the school director (who also teaches Sweet Pea College - kindergarten prep). And on the left of her is Miss Emily (Anya's teacher) and Mr. Ricky (assistant teacher). 

Anya's "All About Me" poster. She did it all by herself, although I helped her spell "blueberry muffins" and "family". Bottom left is meant to be "tidal pool". 

two of her good friends

blowing bubbles after graduation.

Graduation day itself was fun. Grandma and Grandpa Lodwig came to watch. Afterward, the school had carnival games and treats for the kids (some of us grownups took off and came back a bit later). Then we took Anya out for frozen yogurt afterwards. Anya wore her (way too big) mortar board whenever in public for the rest of the day. She was very proud and wanted everyone to know that she graduated. We are proud too.

Next up is a summer full of various fun activities until Kindergarten(!) starts in early September.