Matthew's Parent Tea Party

Matthew could hardly wait for today to get here!  For weeks (and I am not exaggerating) he has asked me, "How many more days until my Parent Tea Party?"  I knew that for Matthew, this day would be more important than the day he graduated from preschool.  You can only imagine the absolute joy that was strewn across my sweet five year old's face today.  The day was here, finally!

I had arranged to drop Emily off at Jocelyn's house this morning so that the tea party could be all about Matthew.  I knew he would just love having Damien and my focus only on him!  We brought our tea cups, and prepared to experience our sixth Parent Tea Party at Ballard Montessori.

The first thing the kids do is line up in front of the parents and sing songs that they have been practicing.  Luckily, Matthew was lined up right in front of us so we could really see him!  Matthew looked so handsome.  He was a little embarrassed to be in front of so many people, but who wouldn't be?

They started singing and Matthew looked straight at the ground.  It was as if he just needed a few seconds to get his bearings before he could actually look up and make eye contact!  They started out with my favorite song, Bazooka Zooka Bubblegum!  They continued with a few other songs, which all had hand movements and my heart was just bursting with pride over my big, big boy.

After the musical performance, the kids went back with their teachers to make some plates of food for their parents.  Matthew was really excited to serve Damien some of the brownies that had made the day before.  We also had some fruit and muffins with our tea.

After we ate, Matthew presented us with a beautifully planted flower in a flower pot he decorated especially for us!  He also gave us a picture of himself, framed with popsicle sticks, with shells glued all around the sides.  Is there anything better than getting a gift that your child makes with you in mind?

We had such a wonderful time with Matthew today.  Hard to believe that he will graduating in just a few short weeks.  Matthew is growing up so fast but I truly feel that we are enjoying his ride.  Thank you Matthew for an amazing tea party today.  We love you more than you know.