Goodbye Sunshine

Though Ella has been out of school for a week now, just tonight Delia completed her first year of preschool.  And this girl, who tolerates school, but doesn't love it, is READY for summer!

The end of the year program was just as cute and amazing as always.  I think because I had a squirmier daughter, whose dress came dangerously close to going over her head several times, it seemed to drag a bit more than usual.  But, Delia was super proud to show off the songs she's been belting out for the past few weeks.  After all the songs, the Sunshine (3 year old) Class was awarded certificates of completion.  Next year, Delia is excited to be a Star and enjoy all the big-kid perks that go with being a 4 year old-- a move to a new classroom, sitting on the bench instead of the rug and being allowed to use the monkey bars.

Though the Sunshines aren't given solos, there's a bit of time where the Stars change into their caps and gowns and the 3 year olds must entertain the waiting audience.  Miss Jenny always asks who wants to try singing in the microphone.  Delia was the first to charge at it and could hardly be dragged away from it!  Maybe Delia didn't stand as perfectly still as we know her teachers like, but she was still just Delia and she still made us smile and feel proud!

Delia's favorite part of preschool this year was playing with her best friend Brittany.  I'd love picking her up and seeing these two girls hug goodbye.  When she'd talk about other kids, I'd ask, "Oh is Lauren...or Lucas...or Trent your friend?" She'd always say, "No, Brittany is my friend."  I guess she's only allowed to have one. :)

As is tradition for us after a preschool program well done, we had to celebrate with some ice cream.  Beautiful breezes, an outside table and a shared banana split were a perfect way to officially start our whole family's summer!
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