Emma, Noelle, Chloe, Noelle, and Claire got together for a little back to school party!  The girls were all so giggly and excited talking about school!

Rose had a fun day with the big girls and both Noelles have two year old little sisters the same age!  Lila and Anna Kate had fun playing together!

Noelle is so blessed to be going to school with such sweet friends! 

Gretchen made cute party favors for the girls!

In the morning, I drop my first baby off for kindergarten. I always thought crying was silly about the start of school and that it would be no big deal. I guess I was warned that it was a big step, but I didn’t take that warning very seriously. Tonight, with my heart in my throat and tears pouring down my cheeks, I totally get what all the fuss is about. My side-kick for the past 5 years is not going to be with me during the day anymore. I already miss her so much just thinking about it.

She’s going to do great!  She’s so excited and will have a blast!!! The separation anxiety on the Mommy side of things is the part that totally took me by surprise. When I was tucking Noelle in tonight, she said, “Mom, I’m sorry I won’t be here to help you anymore. I hope you’ll be okay!” I teared up and said, “Me too, girl!” Pray for us in the morning and throughout the day… what an emotional transition this has turned out to be!