Leah Graduates Preschool

Four year old preschool flew by and Leah had a great year! She had a very small class this year, but made great friends with each of them. She did have one other girl in her class, but for the most part it was all boys. At first, I was upset there weren't more girls, but I think it's been good for her - she's become more assertive. Leah learned a lot this year and had fun too! We still have a lot of work to do this summer, but she is on a good track!

Preschool graduation was on a Friday night. We lucked out because the weather was perfect. It was held outside at Settlers Park in Plainfield. They had a cute little program, where each of the classes sang two different songs and then they were presented with their diplomas. When their name was called, they also announced what the child wanted to be when they grow up. To my surprise, my sweet little girl wants to be a Dentist! I'll take it! :) Although she'll miss her friends at Great Adventures, she is really excited for Kindergarten!

Preschool graduation

First Day of Preschool! 

 Walking up to the stage

 Performing

 Getting her diploma

 My little graduate

 Someone was bored!

 Red Room Friends

 One of Leah's Teachers

 My Girl!

Leah and her preschool BFF - Laney Jo

Mother's Day 2015

On one hand I love Mother's Day because I get to spend quality time with family and get spoiled rotten, but on the other hand, it's just another reminder that my own mom is not physically here to celebrate this special day. It's always a tough day and I miss her so much! Everyday I wish she was still here. She was the most kind, compassionate, loving mom. She was truly my best friend and I could always count on her. I came across a blog that had a very touching posting about Motherless Daughters on Mother's Day. http://justjennarose.pazoo.com/grief/letter-motherless-daughters-mothers-day/ It was spot on and made me feel a little better. Even though my mom is not here with me anymore, it is my job to keep her memory alive. I speak of her often and share many stories with my kids. We visit her and talk to her. This Mother's Day was no exception. We stopped at the cemetery and spent a little time there!

My Mother's Day started with breakfast in bed from my munchkins! Everyone told me to relax and stay upstairs and they would be bringing me my breakfast. Shortly thereafter, all of the smoke alarms in our house started ringing. Ha! It did make me laugh and luckily there was no fire! Rob and the kids made me Chocolate Chip Pancakes - my favorite. It was served with a Diet Coke! :)

 

After eating, I came downstairs to presents! I received a lovely card from the kids, roses and a few special gifts! Leah made me a cute handprint tile at pre-school and then the surprised me with a new iPad mini! I have a trip to Germany coming up, so they thought it would be good for the flight.





We relaxed most of the morning and then had lunch plans later in the afternoon. Of course I had to get some pictures in with the kids before heading out!

After lunch, we did stop and see my mom at the cemetery and then we just headed home.

 

Overall, I had a great Mother's Day. I am so thankful for my two sweet kids that call me Mom! They are my world and I love them pieces!

Leah and Mason's First Cub's Game

We had some gorgeous weather this weekend! Saturday was the perfect day for a baseball game. We had tickets to the Cubs game and Leah and Mason would be first-timers! The game was at 1:20 pm. Right after Leah's morning gymnastics class, we hit the road to go downtown. I went online and paid for parking through the park whiz website, which made it super easy (and less stressful) on figuring out where we would park, since it is so crazy out there. Finding the spot was easy breezy and then it was a short walk to the field! We all had our Cubs gear on and were ready for the game! They give out 'first time 'certificates to everyone who's first time it was at a game. They are cute! Leah and Mason had a great time and we had pretty good seats! The sun was shining and it was a beautiful day! We all enjoyed ballpark hotdogs and pretzels! By the 6th inning, the kids were starting to get a little antsy, so we called it a day. The Cubs ended up getting their butts kicked anyways. After the game, we went and met my dad and Maryann for pizza at this cute little place in downtown Lemont. It was so good!

 Mason got to meet Clark! Leah wasn't too interested in getting her picture taken!

 Outside of Wrigley Field

 Keepsake Certificate for Leah

One for Mason too

 SOOO excited!

 First ball park hotdog!

Selfies with my girl!