First Day of School

We had our first day of school last week! I wanted to start a little earlier this year so we can have a longer break at Christmas. 

Our school mascot was in on the action, too!! I can't believe that I have a 5th and 7th grader. 

Every year, I like to set the table with a few goodies. This year, I had Squishmallow notebooks, new folders, stickers, and crayons. Always crayons!

I also made the girls a back-to-school cake. It was loaded with sprinkles. We waited until Josh got home to dig in. :)

We also watched Andy Griffith. It was the episode where Andy gives a history lesson to Opie and a bunch of his buddies. It was the perfect kick off to our year.

Most of all, I hope these will be sweet memories for my girls. I hope they know how much they mean to us and that they are so very loved.

Evie is FIVE

Today, my baby girl turns FIVE! Oh my, so hard to wrap my mind around that number. She is one of my greatest joys, and my little buddy. She amazes me with her strong personality, yet sensitive spirit.

This morning, we celebrated with donuts and friends that are more like family. Then later we will have pizza and cake with our families. She also gets to have a few friends over later this week to celebrate...lots of celebrating going on because you only turn 5 once!! ;)