First day of school.

How am I the mom of a kindergartner?

First day of school.
Me: "Carmen wake up! It's your first day of Kindergarten! Aren't you excited?"
Carmen: "Go away. I'm tired."

That pretty much sums up her enthusiasm for Kindergarten. Yes she was excited, but not nearly as excited as I thought she should be. Womp womp.  But as the same time I was so sad. Time goes so quickly. I had a hard time going back to work and I think it was in large part because each of our three kids are hitting these huge milestones. Carmen in kindergarten, Lilah in preschool, and James is growing faster than I want.

So I have a huge confession. I was a helicopter mom on her first day. I waited with her to see her get on the bus and then drove to the school to see her get into her classroom. I was even that crazy lady taking pictures from the hallway. I need to apologize early to James. I can't imagine the crazy mom who will await her last child starting school.

 Lilah loves jumping in Carmen's pictures.

Seriously Mom please stop taking pictures. 

My creeper from the hallway picture.

Lilah turned 3.

My sweet Lilah Jean turned 3!

Lilah had a wonderful day. It just so happened that on her birthday the school had a clown, face painting, and a balloon guy. Taking her out for her birthday dinner and giving her presents were just icing on the cake.

To my blonde headed girl,
The past 3 years with you have been an adventure. I love watching your spunky self running around the house (typically in just your undies). You are sweet, adventurous, and love taking risks.

I am excited to see what type of young lady you will become. I know that whatever route you go, it will be full speed ahead.