I watched you graduate!
Annie says, “I can’t believe it’s all done!”
It’s hard to believe, but Annie has officially finished preschool! We just returned home from her school’s ceremony.
What started as a silly little joke to make Annie laugh became a really fun way for me to connect with both of my kids. I had such a blast thinking of different “activities” for James to do while Annie was gone. I loved that the first thing she’d say to me at pick-up was, “What did James do while I was at school?” It showed her that even though James and I were doing our own thing while she was gone, we were still thinking about her. And it showed me that she was thinking about us, too.
For James’ birthday party last week I printed out all the WYWAP photos and hung them up. They are now tucked into a photo album for the two of them to look at as they grow up.
With the end of preschool comes the end of this photo series. There are sixty-nine photos in all. James had several jobs, traveled the world (and out of it), celebrated holidays, competed in the Olympics, hosted a talk show, and even used The Force.
Preschool is over, but Annie will be in Pre-K next year. Will there be another photo series? Eh, I don’t know. What I do know is that no matter what, James and I will have lots of adventures together while his sister is at school.
alimartell says:
I’m so sad to see this series end…but congrats to your graduate! xo
Lisa says:
I agree, sad to see the end of this series. It was so fun to see what creative thing you came up with day after day!
Congrats to Annie! Hope you all have a blast this summer before she starts pre-k.
miriam says:
What a fantastic idea, maybe next year will bring new inspiration.
Auntie_M says:
This was such a fun series, but I look forward to seeing what you & James get up to next year while Annie is in Pre-K. Whatever you do, I know it will be bonding AND fun.
Big congratulations to Annie on graduating from preschool! Well done, Annie!
rc says:
Congrats to Annie on graduating pre-school! This picture is the perfect end to the series. I’ll miss checking in every Tuesday and Thursday to see what James got up to while Annie was in pre-k. Enjoy your summer!
Meg says:
Congrats to Annie! I really enjoyed your photos, too, and know they’ll make an awesome album for Annie and James to enjoy as the years go on. Very fun and creative!
elizabeth says:
Really enjoyed this series. So cute and funny. Thanks for sharing!
Jeanie says:
I loved this series. Every single picture was perfect. You have a fantastic imagination! Congratulations to Annie. She looks so proud in that picture.
Heather says:
Such a sweet photo! I really enjoyed the series and hope you continue it. Congratulations, Annie!
Jen says:
Loved, loved, loved the series! Thank you!
Danielle says:
I have to believe there is a book publisher somewhere following you – this just HAS to be a children’s book! I can totally imagine reading “While You Were at Preschool” to my kids…how fun! Thanks for sharing the series with us!
Colleen says:
I loved the series. What a fun memory for both kids!
Rita says:
You are the best mom!
roshan says:
That little guy has been such a good sport through all the WYWAP pics. Three cheers for him, and for his mom, for being not just creative but also having the energy to do more with her time.
And, congrats to our graduate!
Vicki says:
Loved this series of photos! You are so creative and James is gorgeous!
Nicole says:
Congrats to Annie!!
Sandi says:
This was such a fun idea, I’ve loved following it. I hope you do it next year too. What a sweet keepsake for you and your kids!
Megan says:
Congratulations, Annie!
Pre-k must be a West Coast thing. What’s the difference between that and preschool?
Heather says:
In my opnion, there’s almost NO difference! LOL. The kids in pre-k have to be entering Kindergarten the following year…and it costs more! hahaha
kakali says:
Congratulations to Annie! I loved all the photos!!!
Marjorie Steele says:
Congrats Annie! She looks so grown up and happy! Maybe you could make the series into a book and sell them and donate to the money to March for Maddie? I know I would buy one! Just a thought…