May 01, 2011

School Pictures



Mrs. Sharpe's Starfish

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July 18, 2010

Our New Kittens


"Lucy, you got some 'splainin to do!"

Thursday afternoon we all headed over to Stagelight Cattery in North Augusta, SC, to pick up the newest members of the family: Lucy and Desi, four-month-old Burmese kittens. Desi is a Platinum Burmese, like three other cats we've loved and lost: Buddy Jack, Rose and Grayson. Lucy, his sister, is a Blue Burmese. They are slowly getting used to us and their new home. Desi is Julianne's kitten; she loves him to pieces and is learning how to handle and take care of both of them.

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April 21, 2010

School Portrait

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September 10, 2009

More Birthday Wishes


When we think of snuggling,
Of frivoling, and fun,
We miss you, Nannie Barbara,
Because you are Number One!

Love, Julianne and Nicole

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September 07, 2009

A Card for my Teacher




PS: You may wonder, why the rats instead of cats? Rats moved into #1 this weekend when Tao, an adorable baby rat, joined our menagerie. Her dad bought Tao for Julianne (and mom!) when we visited the animals at Pendergrass Flea Market. Pics soon...

September 02, 2009

"I Can Point, Click, and Surf YouTube!"

A developmental milestone that didn't exist when I was five.

Here are two of her favorites:

She

Today in Art Class

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August 10, 2009

First Day of Kindergarten


Waking up at 5:30 is rough


Nervous and excited...

and still a bit sleepy!

Bus Stop


Everybody watched her maiden voyage on a school bus! Thanks to Nannie Barbara for all these wonderful pics.

Sasha likes to bark at large vehicles going by, but Julianne insisted that she join us.


We cross carefully. My heart and prayers go out to the family of Suk Maya, the little girl in Clarkston who was killed this week crossing the street with her mother to get on the bus.

In the Halls

These three mouseketeers from the neighborhood squeezed into the same seat together!

She rode the bus, but then we met her at the school to walk her to her room. (I know, I know!)


Heads down, hands grasped for comfort, they seem to think they're marching into doom!

Got to love the water turtles' antics.

Brown's Bears


She's very excited about kindergarten as a Brown's Bear!


Mom is in awe of the concept and execution of this beautiful outdoor classroom sponsored by the PTO.

Cafeteria orientation.

New Classroom





And so, the year begins.


June 08, 2009

Graduation Day!



April 05, 2009

Happy Birthday Mimae!


The gang gathered at Kani House today to celebrate Mimae's birthday.

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March 31, 2009

The Birthday Girl


Julianne was really excited about turning five, and had a great time partying with her friends Sunday afternoon at Chuck E. Cheese. We were so glad that everyone invited was able to come! The kids enjoyed pizza, cake, games, and a special appearance from The Big Cheese himself. (And Mom enjoyed leaving the mess behind.) Thanks everyone for making it such a special day.

P.S. The next morning, she woke up and ran upstairs to check with Mimae: "Am I still five?"

March 24, 2009

At the Playground with Maddie




At the Playground with Sydney