We got there early (which apparantly wasn't as necessary as I thought...sorry Kathryn!) to ensure that we could get in, signed the boys up and they immediately were able to play at the various stations set up throughout the classroom. It was so much fun watching Ben in a kindergarten-like setting and it was definitely nice to be surrounded by new things to entertain and intrigue him!
I even got some time just to hang out with him as a grandmother, who was there with her granddaughter, wanted to hold Jacob for awhile. Ben and Jonah had so much fun checking out all of the cool stations, like dress-up, painting, cars, puzzles, coloring etc and it was so nice to be able to go with a friend. I don't think I would have branched out and tried it on my own so thanks, Kathryn, for making it a great experience with great company!
Jonah and Kathryn had to leave after a little while but Ben, Jacob and I stayed for snack time, circle time and a little walk where the kids held on to a rope with multi-colored circles designating each of their spots. As I watched Ben walk with the other kids while holding on to the rope, I couldn't help but get a twinge of what it will be like when he goes off to school. I didn't think I'd be one of those emotional moms who cry when their child starts kindergarten but I have a feeling I shouldn't count it out as a possibility and I guess that's ok :)
After we got home, Ben had a great lunch and an awesome nap so we decided to head back outside to the park until Jon got home. As usual, I dressed Ben in some photo-inspiring clothes and brought the camera with us!
This particular day Ben didn't mind posing for a few pics before we left the backyard!
Awhile ago, when I was home with Ben, I was leaning against the island in the kitchen with my feet crossed and Ben came up to me, leaned on a cupboard and crossed his feet. When I asked Ben to pose for the pictures below, he did the same thing. This kid definitely cracks me up :) I think the bottom left one is my fav!
Ben is growing up so fast and these photos below just make him look so much older than I feel he should be!
Snack time!
The ever-so-easy-going Jacob!
My little man stopping for a rest!
Ben is always showing me something new, pointing out an airplane before I even hear it or just telling me what to do ;) I think the photo below on the right captures that perfectly :)
Something must have caught his eye for me to get a few close-ups!
As much as I may dress Ben up, he really does love all of his fun hats and, if I take it off or it falls off, he has a very particular way of putting it back on that can only be done by him. The same goes for baseball caps and, I love how he puts it on the exact same way as his daddy. I think this kid already adores his dad and rightly so!
We love our local park!
I really love those eyes :)
When we got home, we made some cookie dough (I was feeling domestic), got supper ready, had some baths, put both boys to bed and then I was wiped!
It was a long day but such a great day and after 16 hours alone with my boys, I am so grateful for them but especially grateful for the help of my husband on every other day. Praise God for parenting as a team effort!
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