1st Day of Kindergarten

Our Ellie Mae is officially a Kindergartner. It seems like last year that I took Ayden for his first day of kindergarten, so it's really strange that Ellie is now at that point.

she wanted to take her puppy with her

 She has been so excited for school for a very long time. Last night, she carefully picked out her outfit (after trying on 4 or 5 different ones). Ellie's also been nervous. Last night, before pray she had tears in her eyes and we asked what was wrong. She said she was just a little nervous and didn't know if she would like kindergarten. So sweet. Today right before we left for school, she asked me if we could say a prayer to help her feel good. Once we were there, she was happy and excited again.

in front of her classroom

with her best friend Riley

 Ellie's best friend, Riley is also in her class. So that makes the transition a little easier.

 Tate was a little apprehensive about Ellie leaving him. He has spent so much time with her and she is his best friend. It's a good thing that his nap time is during her hours at school! He won't even notice she's gone.

waiting for her teacher

Ellie we are so excited for your first year of school. We know you will LOVE it.