The CW Sharks, 2011 Season

We were warned. To be fair, we were warned. Swim team is a crazy-busy, month-long experience! Ultimately, I am so glad Jack wanted to do it because he is a phenomenally better swimmer now. Although the team as a whole did not win much, I liked how the coaches gave the younger swimmers (and their parents) a "pass" on the more grueling aspects of swim team. As the weather got warmer, practices switched from afternoon to early morning. Unfortunately, the first couple mornings were unseasonably cool, which brought out a spirit of, well, let's call it "timidity with a side of stubborn." All in all, Jack went to two meets and swam in just one. Wouldn't take back the experience, though, and he LOVES his swim shorts, which he inappropriately wears to pool parties that do not involve competitive swimming:)

Happy Father's Day!

I love this picture of Rick and the boys because it accurately depicts where they are happiest: in a pyramid. They just can't get enough of him. I understand. He's a pretty good guy, and--haven't you heard?--a pretty big deal:)

To all the "dads" in our lives: we love you and appreciate you! Happy Father's Day!

Jack's First Swim Meet for the CW Sharks

Heat and lane assignment recorded? Check! Focus and determination? Check!

On your mark!

Almost there!

How'd I do?

My first ribbon! (for participation:))

Jack's QHPS Graduation

Well, Jack spent 3 years at QHPS, and it was a wonderful experience for him! Unfortunately, I've been blogging for 3+ years, and I still can't remember to upload these photos in order:( Please bear with me as I tell this out-of-sequence story. Yea! 2011 grads!

Post-graduation lunch with Papa!

Having his graduation Build-a-Bear stuffed.


Giving his finished bear a "shower."

The Official Graduation cookie cake!

Officially graduated.

Dun-dundundun-Dun-Dun, Dun-dundundun-Dun-Dun....

(That's the graduation theme song, if for some reason you couldn't recognize it:))

Nanee and Sam cheer Jack on!

Each graduate had a flag made with his kindergarten.

Mom and Dad are so proud of you, Jack! We love how you made such good friends at preschool, and we love how excited you are for kindergarten. Congratulations!

Jack's Graduation

He's in the back, left corner. They are singing the "Goodbye" song. Sorry this video is so grainy.

Let's get outta here!

Mom's Tea

Jack's class went on a field trip to a strawberry farm earlier in the week. Then, they made strawberry shortcake for their moms--yum! AND served it to us:)

He was so sweet! Their teachers must have really coached them well because they were on their best behavior!


Don't mind if I do!

A little presentation for the moms for Mother's Day.

Hey, Mom!

Class of 2024

Jack was invited to a kindergarten social for all incoming kindergarteners. He got to meet his classmates and some important Lower School people. The kids enjoyed lemonade and cookies, toured the kindergarten classrooms, and got their pictures taken with the school mascot. Their class picture taken in front of the Charlotte Christian "C," will be the same picture taken on their graduation day in May of 2024.

Jack's Kindergarten Class--the class of 2024

So excited!

Proud Daddy!

Proud Mama!

Let's check out this playground:)