The Graduate

We jumped into summer so quickly that I completely forgot to share pictures from Natalie's preschool graduation with you all.

The star of the day even agreed to being photographed by her mommy before the big event:

Her daddy was not happy to see his girl holding hands with a BOY as the classes marched down the sanctuary aisle:

(sorry for the blur. preschoolers march fast!)

The audience was treated to a rollicking rendition of "Who is the King of the Universe" (complete with monkey sounds) and "This Little Light of Mine," along with other hits.

Then it was time for the presentation of the diplomas. It took awhile, but I was happy that they gave each child a moment on the stage alone to shine. Some shone longer than others.

We kept Michaela Byrd entertained with a steady supply of sugar. No complaints there.

The graduates and their families were treated to cake and punch afterwards.

A nice photo opp with two of Natalie's very bestest girls.

I didn't find myself in emotional turmoil during the graduation ceremony because Natalie will be attending the half day kindergarten program at the same school next year. She's excited to show Michaela Byrd the ropes of preschool!

I can't believe how much that sweet face has changed since her first year of preschool!

For now, we're enjoying our summer, getting some things on my to-do list completed, and trying to stay sane. Once I cull through about 487 ballet recital photos, I can post about that too.

{Has your summer started off on the right foot?}