It’s official, summer is here and the school year is completed! We now have a 1st grader, a 2nd grader, and a three year old who claims he has been ready for 1st grade all year long. Last week was a bit emotional for me as Caleb graduated from Kindergarten, (yes, graduated with a cap, gown and even  diploma) and Greta Joy completed 1st grade. The emotion and thoughts that flooded my mind as the school year came to an end I am sure many a parent can relate to. For instance:

1.) My children are growing up so fast.

2.) The gratitude that flows from a heart that feels so blessed to have their children taught and so well loved by such wonderful teachers who love the Lord.

3.) Fond memories through out the year. (Caleb reciting “All Things Bright and Beautiful” for Creative Expression Night, and Greta singing “God Can Use Me” for Drama Night.)

4.) Panic, what am I going to do with these three children for the next three months. I need a plan! I am not ready yet with that plan. Will I stay sane? :) I will trust in Proverbs 16:3 “Commit your work to the LORD, and all your plans will be established.”

5.) Joy…to have this precious time with them, because we know not what tomorrow will bring…life is fleeting, a vapor.

So here are a few photo’s of the last day of school.

(Greta with Mrs. M., Caleb with Papa and Grandma Kretsinger, Caleb with godmother Kathy Pieper, Caleb with Mrs. Johnson, Caleb with buddies: Nathan and Jack, Greta, Caleb and Joshua in the morning, last day of school)