Jake is post kindy-kid!!

Today we had Jake Kindergarten graduation field trip... I took Jacob to school just like any other regular school day, except for today was his graduation!!

Although he is just a kindergartner, graduation is still very important. Mrs. Thomson scheduled a family picnic at the park. I packed up some sammies for the 4 of us since dad took time out of his busy day to come see Jake get his diploma. Mya, Jake and I met Greg at the school. All of the kids in Jake's class sat nicely in their chairs awaiting instruction from the teacher. We had some assigned jobs foe the parents attending and we were on our way.

The 1st stop was Mrs Huizenga's house to visit her chickens... the kids loved seeing the chicks and had a chance to throw them some feed. Then it was off to the park!

We arrived at the park and the kids went berserk! Jake, Mya, Greg and I sat down to eat real quick before playing... There were basketballs, bean bags, parachutes and an all out kindy party! Followed up with a small, personal graduation ceremony. Kids were announced one by one and a small piece was said about each. When Jake's name was called, we all clapped and cheered. Mya sat and watched like a good girl through the whole ceremony. Mrs. Thomson was delighted to have Jake as part of her class -- referring to Jake as "Mr. Cool" since he is always wearing such 'cool clothes' (which are pretty cool hand me downs from the Georges'), and having his cool chain wallet... Jake does have quite a fashion sense at such a young age ;) above and beyond being 'cool' he has been noted to have a 'good heart' and has been reading like a miracle! Greg and I just sit in awe at Jakes reading and knowing letters and their sounds. Hes a genius!

Some extra kindy 'drama' involved a baby raccoon that was stuck on the fence! Mama raccoon ended up coming back to fetch her baby after the kindy crowd ceased.

... most importantly, our family had a great time together at the park celebrating our oldest and his accomplishments thus far in life.

Next year is truly full time class hours and he will be attending a new school... we have loved his school in Bothell, and it has been a pleasure seeing Tiberius almost everyday after school since they both attended the same school.

Mrs. Thomson is amazing -- we are really blessed to have such wonderful people grace our lives.

Congrats Jake!! You amaze us everyday!