Preschool Graduation

My girls Graduation from Preschool happened over two weeks ago now. I'm still trying to get caught up on blogging about all our life milestones. Preschool graduation was a big milestone for all of us. I may or may not cry at the mere mention of my girls being ready for Kindergarten. 

We have been so blessed by their preschool this year. Both girls went together to 4 yr old school together. We chose Wind and Tide Preschool which proved to be a brilliant choice. Both my girls thrived. I was so worried putting Sofie in. I wanted her in 3 yr old school, just twice a week, but the funding didn't work that way. I like how it all worked out though. The teachers and Sofie's EA were phenomenal! They both learned so much and developed leaps and bounds. While I'm still worried about Kindergarten, I think this preschool has prepared all of us to tackle their school career!

Receiving their diploma's!

Before their diploma's they put on a three plays for us. Livi and Sofie were billy goats in The Billy Goats Gruff. Livi was the biggest billy goat who butted the Troll off the bridge. It was pretty much the cutest thing I've ever seen.

Then they sang us some songs. Sofie did awesome and was so in to it. She usually doesn't do to great on party days when all the parents come but for Graduation she did amazing!

Livi's best friend at school is really shy and was getting upset, so they moved her beside Livi and they both got the biggest smile on their faces. LOVE IT!

Kindergarten is going to be such a learning curve for us all. It is full time 5 days a week too! I'm excited and nervous. That is a long time away from Mommy and Daddy! I know they will be up for the challenge and my heart will be okay with them growing up eventually :) I'm so proud of my big girls! They are accomplishing so much in their little lives already!

Walk for Awareness!

I was sick last year for our first Walk for Awareness, which celebrates and raises money to support people with Down Syndrome! This year I was almost sick with my back out but I got too go and even got too walk!

It is really a fun afternoon, especially for the kids. There is mini golf, bouncy castles and slides. After the walk, we get to enjoy a yummy hot dog BBQ and prizes!

I love celebrating DS. It is pretty awesome! My daughter and sister are two of the most special people I know. Angels and Imps :)

This years Team Maggy & Sofie!

Evie had a lot of fun too!

Hopefully next year more of my dear family and friends can join us! It really is special to be all together  with so many other people who adore and love people with DS! It is also great to help raise money for the Down Syndrome Society to help pay for therapies for families who can't always afford the extra costs.

6 Months!

*This is late but we have been crazy busy!*

How can she be 6 months old? Where did the time go? On the same hand, how did we manage before without her? She is such a delight.

Evie continues to get bigger and is 19.2lbs! I actually think her rapid growth is what made my back go out this month! I have two herniated discs but they haven't bothered me in a few years. I think my muscles didn't strengthen as fast as she grew!

The biggest development this month is she is on the move! She started with an army crawl and now she is an inch worm. She can get her knees under her and inch forward while her arms pull. It is cute but she was only 5 months when it started! She can get around our entire living room now getting all the things that interest her. She usually ends up covered in hair and debris. It reminds me how incredibly dirty my floors are.

We also moved her out of our room a few days before her 6 months. I wasn't entirely ready for this but we needed to move our computer in our room so my brother had a place to stay for the summer. Plus Jon was going back to work and thought he would sleep better with her in the nursery. She is doing great in the nursery and Jon is sleeping better so I guess it's a good thing. I was enjoying keeping my last baby close though!

Evie is an observer. She watches everyone and is easily contented. She takes everything in so easily.  Evie is also sitting up really well now. She sometimes still topples over but mostly holds herself up great. 

Things Evie Likes:

Chin tickles... especially from Daddy's beard!

Nursing! This kid loves Mommy's boobs!

Her sisters! They can both get her in to fits of giggles.

Things Evie Dislikes:

Eating Solids... They are coming but very slowly.

Cold water.

Being tossed around. She likes things slow and calm. 

 WE LOVE YOU EVELYN!

Happy 6 month birthday!

Livi took this one :)

She's so long.