Deep Breath...

This kindergarten stuff is tricky.  There are so many times throughout a day's time when I discuss it with anyone who asks with no problem at all.  Then, I type, 'First Day of School' into my iphone calendar and I start bawling my eyes out.  Annabelle is READY for kindergarten.  She is excited.  Don't get me wrong, I'm excited too, but I guess I just think it's not time yet.  I can't wrap my brain around the fact that she's big enough.  So whether I'm ready or not; in exactly one week, Nick and I will be posing Annabelle outside our front door for her first day of school picture, loading her into the car and taking her to her very first day of kindergarten.  The first day leading to so many more firsts...  My job-  Smile, build her excitement, give hugs and kisses, reassure her that she's ready and that it's going to be great AND not cry!!!!  Until I get out of the building that is...  

Annabelle: “I am going to have a farm.  A horse only farm.  Everyday I am going to ride my favorite horse Windy to my art studio (which is right next to my farm) and I’m going to teach people how to do all kinds of art projects.”  
Mommy: “A horse only farm and an art studio!  You are going to be very busy!  May I come and learn art from you too?
Annabelle: ”Yes, of course!  I am going to teach art to children and grandma and grandpa old people like you will be.  You can come for free, Mommy.”