Am I crying? Heck no! For one thing, I got to go with her for her first day, and also, I love preschool every bit as much as I don't love regular school. It is only 6 hours a week and we have a fantastic preschool. So far my kids haven't learned anything awful at preschool, their teachers are outstanding and there is nothing more innocent and magical than a day full of painting, music and story time. Yep, preschool is the best! And if you are looking for THE BEST preschool, give me a call (and by call I mean e-mail) and I'll hook you up.
As you can imagine, Chloe was giddy about finally getting her turn. She wanted to stay every time we dropped off Alex two years ago and then continued to point out her future school every time we drove by all last year. She was SO ready!
But not before a little first day photo shoot. And while I have to beg my other kids to smile or pose, I do not have to instruct Chloe. I just grab the camera and let her do her thing.
This next one is my favorite! Have you ever seen anything cuter?
I think I like the outfit better without a cardgian, but I wanted her and Alyssa to have the matching boots and cardigans. Oh and I think Chloe looks like Valerie in some of these shots, especially the next one.
The next picture was taken on my phone on the way to school so that I could text it to Seth and my mom. Can you tell she's happy?
There at last! One picture with the hat and then off it came since they are against dress code. I knew that, but I still couldn't buy the outfit without the hat.
Chloe's BFF from church is in her class! Months ago an e-mail went out to the ward asking for preschool recommendations for a new family moving in. Apparently I gushed the longest and most enthusiastically in my reply and they enrolled at St. Mary's. Then when they moved here and their daughter Kayleigh was shy about coming to Primary, Chloe took her under her wing. Chloe is not shy and leads her whole Sunbeam class into all kinds of silliness. These two spend Sundays hiding under tables and digging through my purse while they are supposed to be sitting with their class, but they are so darn cute together. Alex and Alyssa had lots more friends from church when they were in preschool, but all the moms in Chloe's church class work which makes play dates really tough, so we were so happy to finally find her a friend. This morning they ran off like they'd been in school for years and while the other moms had to get down on the ground and play with their kids, Kennon and I spent the morning chit chatting while our girls did their thing.
Day one was a huge success and Chloe can't wait to go back on Tuesday, when for the first time in over 9 years I will have 3 hours alone. AHHHHH....what ever will I do?
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That is one CUTE kid if I do say so myself. Full of spunk and personality. I love the poses. The boots are great, can't wait to see them with her bathing suit as that seems to be her syle. You go Chloe! You ROCK.
Wow, I can't believe how grown up Chloe is looking. The outfit is adorable and so her. Way to go on your first day of school, Chlo!
I agree with you completely. . . pre-school is the best. I love Chloe's outfit. Annabelle's first day of school outfit was from that same collection, but sadly, without the boots.
Chloe looks so cute and so excited to have her turn.
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Another pair of darling red boots! Julie you've outdone your self this year. And preschool isn't meant for tears, I agree it's fun and teaches them they can be away from mom and be ok. 3 hours...my oh my.
I love, love, love her outfit. That is so cute and she looks so darling in it!
Funny how you mention that the other kids had more friends at that age... I've noticed that too. Maddy doesn't have any friends yet but Abi had a whole bunch at her age. Of course, I don't even know if they do play group at the church anymore like we used to.
I am sure she had a great day at school. She looked so happy. Love it!
The outfit is way cute! Where did you get it? And I love how she just poses so nicely for you!! How fun to have Kayleigh there too. I've seen those two at church (actually every Sunday since I sit right behind their class) and they are a riot together!
Ditto to what everyone has said. She is SO adorable! I love her outfit and preschool too. :) I need those red boots for Brooki.
So cute! I cannot believe that Chloe is old enough for preschool! Kids just grow up so quickly! I love that she is outgoing and loves school!
I'll be watching for the picture of the two girls together in the matching outfits (or did I miss that?) She is adorable, and it always helps when you don't have to BEG a kid to pose. What a riot! Flew over your place yesterday and was thinking of you.
Catherine, I loved that collection. It just screamed first day of school to me. Please post pictures because I loved every outfit Annabelle got for back to school last year. Seth thought we didn't need bright red boots because they won't go with much but I was so hooked on those boots so we just had my mom get them. She buys the kids some back to school stuff every year. Luckily when we finally got around to getting them they were on Clearance for $20.
Cheryl, The ward is so different now. There are still a lot of stay at home moms but most of them have kids younger or older than Chloe and most of the Sunbeam moms work. We were thrilled when her and Kayleigh hit it off because she really needed a friend.
Holly, Gymboree! I love Gymboree, especially for first day of school and holidays. They can be pricey but everything goes on sale really often and you get gymbucks to spend later. I am sad that Alyssa is almost too old for Gymboree stuff. It is my favorite!
Julie, No pic of the girls in their coordinating outfits since they started on different days but I will have to get them matching for church or something and snap a picture.
Julie. Chloe looks like Valerie in those poses. Really cute.
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Those are really cute pictures. Time passes so fast. It seems like she couldn't even walk just months ago.
"...for the first time in over 9 years I will have 3 hours alone. AHHHHH....what ever will I do?"
$20 says your 3 weeks pregnant and just don't know it yet. ;o)
Love,
Steph
Alright, I might need you to hook me up. Are they still accepting kids? My plan for Zack fell through, so I dont know what Im doin now. Send me an e-mail with info and stuff! I know Chloe would love to have Zack in her class! (:
Stepahnie, You can mail me that $20 because I am postively not, nor will I ever again be pregnant.
Heather, I will send you info. Sadly they wouldn't be in the same class because Zack is pre-K right? The pre-K class is not full so he could definitely get in. When we started there with Alyssa there were huge waiting lists but now so many of the schools offer free pre-K so preschools are not filling up but I have stayed at St. Mary's because I love it there.
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