Kate and Miss Daisy began their formal education on Tuesday!
We started Kate in a one-year old pre-school program at
First Baptist Church in Alexandria...
and the school graciously enrolled Miss Daisy as well!
(Whew!)
Kate was a little sad when I dropped her off
but she got comfortable pretty quickly
and ended up having a great time!
Kate's teacher reported that she enjoyed playing with the other kids
and exploring new toys.
She even took a nap on her little mat.
I was shocked!
We are exceedingly proud of our little girl!
Rachel packed the first of hundreds (maybe thousands?) of George family school lunches.
(Anybody have suggestions for toddler finger foods to send in Kate's lunchbox?)
First Annual "First Day of School" Ice Cream Trip!
Unfortunately, the Dairy Godmother (our favorite local spot) was closed...
so Baskin-Robbins it had to be!
As you can see, Kate didn't mind one bit.
This one is for my Mom - who wanted to see the back of Kate's new haircut.
I call it a "bob in progress"
because the back is cute but the front still needs to fill out a bit!
First school paper on the fridge!
(And, yes, I realize that I really need to de-clutter my fridge!)
I can hardly believe it's been fourteen months since my precious baby made her grand entrance into our world! Being Kate's mom is my greatest privilege and the joy that she brings to my life is truly beyond measure. Happy birthday, Kate! I love you!
Uncle Ted, Aunt Annie, Abby & Barrett came up to visit a couple of weeks ago. While they were here, Ted, Annie and I took Kate and Abby on their very first boat ride! We caught the water taxi in Old Town and went across the Potomac River to have lunch at National Harbor. Everyone had a blast! Thanks so much for coming to visit!
Ted & Abby relaxing while we waited for the boat to arrive for our return trip home.
Kate ADORES her cousin Abby!
Our handsome nephew!
Kate is adapting so well to her preschool!
Walking through the school like a big girl!
Check out this expression!
Kate and Miss Daisy began their formal education on Tuesday!
Rachel packed the first of hundreds (maybe thousands?) of George family school lunches.
First Annual "First Day of School" Ice Cream Trip!
This one is for my Mom - who wanted to see the back of Kate's new haircut.
First school paper on the fridge! 
We took Kate for her first haircut on Sunday afternoon.
Labor Day has come and gone, 
Stop #5: Birmingham
Stop #4: Perry
Stop #3: Athens
Stop #2: Lake Oconee
We ate tons of great food...
...went swimming...
...took leisurely strolls...
And slept a ton!!!
We had a fun playdate with the Roykos.
And a fun dinner date with the Sheesleys!
We had fun goofing off at our hotel.
And a brunch date with the Neals!
We are having a blast with Kate's new RED play kitchen!!!
