Happy Holaday's: Summer Vacation Begins!!!

So today was Kieran’s last day of kindergarten. It was really sad; for me. When I got to the school his class was freeing their butterfly (the other two had died…sad) and they were all so excited to watch it fly free. What a great metaphor for the beginning of summer vacation as a kid; all the freedom and the endless possibilities. Ah, to be a kid again, sometimes I can’t help but be a little jealous!

Today was a great day for him too. When we left the school, we headed up the Hudson River a bit to grab snacks and pick up his best buddy since his first day of pre-k3 (well sort of; Kieran whacked him in the head with his head with his lunch box, then later Aidan repaid the assault by hitting him in the face with a play guitar…it’s been love every since…boys!) to go to a nearby park and join some other school friends and play in the sun. All the boys had a great time playing at what they’ve dubbed affectionately “pirate park” before we decided that we should all go take Aidan for an early birthday ice cream celebration. Turning 6 is a big deal! The boys sang happy birthday to Aidan and then literally began climbing the wall!! So we took them out for a run. I wish I had that much energy all the time. After ice cream we said good-bye to Cooper, Fletcher and Jennifer, who were headed home for the afternoon. While Kieran and Aidan were headed off for a DSi play date. Really not a bad way to head off into the summer. Happy early birthday to Aidan who turns 6 in July.

Lastly, a very special thank you to Kieran’s wonderful teacher’s who do such an amazing job all year. We love you!

xo,

-A