Preschool: An End and a Beginning

The End: Nathan had his last day of 3 year-old preschool this week. On Thursday, the school had a picnic for all of the families. It was a perfect day. The sun was shining and the boys were ready to play. My boys do not like animals so much, so the pony ride was a no-go. But they loved climbing and playing on the playground.

I was sad to know that 3 year old preschool was over for Nathan. He just loved it, and his teacher just loved him. It means one more year closer to kindergarten, which i am dreading. But, I have to come to terms that he is growing up and is so cool now that I don't think I will ever get a picture without his sunglasses on...
The Beginning: I was so THRILLED when I spoke to the preschool teacher and learned she was open to having Nicholas in the 3 year old class (a year and a half from now). The school has never had a child with down syndrome (or even a significant disability I believe) in their 40 plus years. So, the fact that they are open to working with us, made me SO happy. And I hope we can set the way for future families. Just look at him, how could anyone resist having him as a student? Oh, he is such a love!!



So, as one ends the 3 year preschool experience, the other is going to get to experience it in a little over a year. And that makes me so happy :)

Mother's Day

We celebrated Mother's Day twice this year, once at Nathan's preschool and then at a Sunday brunch at our house. Nathan's preschool is truly a magical place. When I walked in for the Mother's Day party I was given a beautiful hat made by Nathan, and a spot at a nicely decorated table (with chairs meant for little boys and girls). Then, I waited eagerly for the door to open and the show to begin...


And finally Nathan came and announced his name and jumped off the stairs onto the stage.


Nathan was my little flower and sang lovely songs to me. Of course, all of us moms in the room had eyes full of tears!

Then we shared a snack...


...and I was given a precious gift. Nathan's was quite unique as his had all blue buttons (his favorite color) and were lined up precisely (all the other kids had buttons everywhere), which shows his personality. I just love it.


Before brunch on Sunday, I attempted to take pictures of the boys to give as a present for the Nanas. I have a new camera, so of course, I could do it by myself. Ha, ha...now I know why professional photographers are needed...the boys wanted nothing to do with posing for a photo. And Nathan wanted to "choke" Nicholas every time I had them get together. So here is what I came out with and I decided I'm just going to have to keep trying...

And finally, the best mother's day gift I received a new toy for the boys. Yes, another ride on toy. But this one has seat belts, which allows the boys to drive together around the neighborhood. And the joy they have on it is priceless!! (Plus, Nathan earned part of the cost while modeling at fisher price...the toy is supposed to come out in August with him on the box!)

Oh, and it snowed on Mother's Day...SNOW! But we had so much fun and I'm so blessed to be a mom to these wonderful little boys!!

Daddy's Fishing Buddy

Nathan caught his first fish today. I am not sure who was more excited... Nathan or daddy.


I was inside with Nicholas and the speech therapist when I heard the yell"I got a fish!" So, of course, I run out to go see. When daddy saw I didn't have my camera, he yelled for me to run and get it. I then realized they didn't yell for me necessarily, but for me to capture the moment for the two of them. Nathan was so excited, and daddy was so proud.


So fishing buddies they are now. They spent the rest of the day fishing and I'm sure many more summer days are ahead.