Ava goes to school!

Yesterday was Ava's first day of Preschool!

We figured with Ava's 3rd birthday right around the corner, it was time for her to venture out of the house and learn new things and meet new friends. We found a wonderful Preschool and Kindergarten in our area that was highly recommended by some friends. After visiting this spring we decided it was the perfect place for Ava.

She has been talking about it for weeks and was really excited to see what school was all about. We made her the perfect back to school dress which made the day even more special.

After waking up bright and early and having breakfast we took a few pictures and headed to school. Walking in with Nick and I on either side she said good morning to everyone and headed to Miss Kristi's classroom. She was so confident and excited which I was thrilled about, which made it much easier to leave my butter bean in someone elses care. For all you other Mom's wondering...the knot in my throat still hasn't gone away and probably never will especially when it comes to sending off my sweet girl to embark on new adventures. However, just knowing that she is happy to be there makes it so much easier!

She had a wonderful day and said she can't wait to go back! Now Mommy just has to figure out what to do with the 3 extra hours she has 3 days a week :)

Eating breakfast...obviously we didn't tackle that wild mane yet!

Posing for a pick outside before leaving

Miss Kristi & Ava

When we got home...Ava reminded me that we forgot to take a picture together, so here is our self portrait.

Ava after school with her happy face necklace they made...so proud :)