Today's entry is not diet-related at all. It's a post of memories.
Today my niece graduates from kindergarten. Now, when I went through school (and it wasn't that long ago!) we didn't graduate from kindergarten. We had a Grade 8 graduation, because after that we were in high school, and then we had a Grade 12 graduation. Kids these days have all kinds of graduation ceremonies to celebrate their passage into the next stage of their education.
I really, honestly can't believe my niece is even old enough to be graduating from kindergarten! I still remember when her mom was pregnant with her, and seeing that first ultrasound picture. I remember having no real idea of what I was looking at, but feeling something swell up inside of me nonetheless. I remember the day she was born - holding this brand new life, that somehow already looked like her grandma, my mom. I remember the first time I babysat her, and being totally freaked out about looking after such a young child. I remember the time I was looking after her and she rolled off the couch - I almost had a heart attach right then and there.
So many memories, it's amazing that my heart and mind can hold them all. She used to love the word "soup!" - it would always make her smile. She has loved dogs since before she could talk, and they have loved her back equally as much. Her Poppa (my dad) is the light of her life. She thinks and feels everything passionately - there's no holding back for her. She's smart, funny and she loves to sing. She lacks pretension or falseness, because it just isn't a part of her life.
I guess that this post is about time passing more quickly than I'd like. But mostly I'm writing it to dedicate some time thinking about and loving my niece. I wish I could be there for her graduation today, but I have to work. Today will be her day to be the center of my thoughts, though
3 comments:
Awwwwwwwwww ... that is so sweet. Do you have a picture of your niece?
Kindergarten graduation is always a hoot at our school. They sing a variation of "New York, New York" called "First Grade, First Grade" and another based off the theme song for "The Addams Family!" What I love most about it is watching the older students look on them with such fondness and indulgence...like the grade 3's, 4's, 5's and 6's are all grown up themselves! They smile and ooh and aah over how cute the kindies look while the staff view them in the same way!
They grow up way too fast, but what I find amazing is how you will always be able to see that baby you held on the day she was born whenever you look at her...if she's 6 or 16.
Happy "Proud Auntie" Day Kelly!
Awww, time sure does fly. Congrats and you sound like an awesome aunt!
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