1st Grade? Can't Be Possible!

When school started this past week, two precious little girls entered first grade. We, as grandparents, couldn't believe how fast the time has gone. Here are Chloe and Claire at about 19 months and looking through some old pictures today really brought back such sweet and sometimes hilarious moments we spent with them as toddlers.

They were both so excited about school and we are praying that this will be another wonderful year of growth and discovery for them. On Tuesday, their last unscheduled day for a while, Papa and I took all three C's out for lunch and ice cream. We had a great time and came away feeling blessed and refreshed from our time with them. Before we left for lunch all three did some activity to show us their latest interests and skills. I held my breath several times as they flew around on their scooters. Chris was there too but somehow escaped the camera. Claire, bottom photo, wanted us to see the tip-toe version of using her scooter. Chloe did some dare-devil tricks too. Yikes!

 

Inside the house we saw some recent pictures of the girls that were taken at the music camp they attended this past summer. Their beautiful frames were created by each of them and they are very proud of what they accomplished.

 

 

Below are some before pictures of the first day of 1st grade for the girls. Chris has attended preschool part time all summer  but he was excited about the beginning of a new year as well. Paula sent us these pictures since we weren't there in person. I love how the girls so often hold hands when they are doing something special.

 

 

 

Here's to new beginnings and a wonderful school year ahead!!!