Jeepers! School already?? I'm in denial, ours starts next week. But the first day of Kindergarten? This momma cried both times. Got a little teary looking at your two beautiful happy boys, and the thumbs up?? The picture of the two of you??? Beautiful. Sniffling right with you. xo
He kept telling me that he "knew where he was going" and was writhing his hand out of mine as we got closer. I was soooo happy when he wrapped his arm around me for the picture. He knew I needed that.
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Without a doubt, one of the most bittersweet moments of a mother's life.
ReplyDeleteTotally, totally agree.
DeleteGOD they are cute!!
ReplyDeleteI'll have to agree with you on that one. :)
DeleteJeepers! School already?? I'm in denial, ours starts next week. But the first day of Kindergarten? This momma cried both times. Got a little teary looking at your two beautiful happy boys, and the thumbs up?? The picture of the two of you??? Beautiful. Sniffling right with you.
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He kept telling me that he "knew where he was going" and was writhing his hand out of mine as we got closer. I was soooo happy when he wrapped his arm around me for the picture. He knew I needed that.
DeleteAwwww. They're growing up! But you know what? There are gazillions of happy days ahead!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos. I am gearing up for this next week. It's coming too soon.
ReplyDeleteTwo beautiful little boys. Blessings to you all!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful boys. Beautiful momma. bittersweet day. Sniff.
ReplyDeleteIsn't it crazy how fast they grow up?
ReplyDeleteVery sweet. Lucky boys, and lucky parents.
ReplyDeleteOh my, you all look so beautiful. Kisses to your little man. That's a major step and the photo of him walking away, just killed me.
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