Natalie is NINE!

Natalie is my most faithful blog reader...so this one's for her!:)  Sometimes I will catch her up early in the morning reading past blog entries- she let's me know which phrases I use too often and wants to start her own blog soon.  She loves to write and create stories, so I am sure she would enjoy it.

Natalie recently celebrated her 9th birthday.  Nine words to describe Natalie would be...sweet, smart, driven, a peacemaker, mature, thoughtful, conscientious, artistic, and joyful.  I love to watch her interact with her siblings- she loves to be the leader but tries to make it fun so everyone stays involved.  She puts a lot of extra pressure on herself to excel at whatever she tries.  She LOVES to sing and make up dances.  It's been fun sharing some of my old favorite songs with her this past year and having her sing along with me.  Another Point of Grace fan- alright!!  One of these days, we're going to win Jon over too!:)  Natalie got the "Go-Getter" award for her 3rd grade class, and this certainly describes her...and always has.  We're excited to see what the Lord has in store for her!  Happy (Belated) Birthday, Natalie!

Last Day of School Pics!:)

Farewell Fourth!

That's the end of Third!

Knocked Out Kindergarten!

And if one child wants their end of the year picture taken with the dog, then each child needs their end of the year picture taken with the dog...

Scott watched me go ahead and print off "First" and "Last" day pages through 12th grade and file them away.  He groaned, "Are you really going to make me do this when I'm in high school?"  

You betcha!  Smile, Buddy!:)

Projects, Programs, and Parties

May was a whirlwind of final-end of the school year projects, programs, and parties!  Here are some of the highlights...

Kite day!  Our kite didn't get too high, but it sure made for a cute picture!:)

Kindergarten Friends and Luau Day...

Natalie worked hard on her Laura Ingalls Wilder project.  She amazed us at how fast she memorized her long speech. 

She even got to do the presentation for Kate's class, too- which both girls were extra excited about!

Scott's Wax Museum Project...Honest Abe standing tall...

He repeated his minute speech over and over for a full hour! 

Thankfully, Natalie & Kate were able to visit him during his presentation time, as well.

And finally- a picture with their teachers to remember a great year...