Emmett - last day of school

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Major changes from the first day of school!

That tooth hanging in the front finally fell out! And, Emmett got a hair cut - he looks way less dorky now then he did in this photo!

He's lost 6 teeth and completed kindergarten. He's reading my first reader books (and some books that are a little harder) independently. He went to his first summer camp last week - that lasted ALL day long (9 AM - 3 PM) - this, for the record, is the first time he has ever, (at 6.5 years old!) ever been away from me all day - remember, kindergarten is still half day here. He loves to snuggle me and give me kisses, but separates from me easily. He's not as timid. He's not as shy. And, he's finding his voice. He played tee ball for the first time (and loved it!). He's now missing his tonsils. He likes to veg out in front of the TV and Wii and if I let him (which I don't!) he'd remain there all day. Faves: Sponge Bob, I Carly, Big Time Rush. He's still an extreme early bird, but is really working on sleeping til 6 AM most mornings. He doesn't nap as often. He's growing like a weed. He says he'll be OK riding the bus in the fall (we'll see about that....). He loves fireworks, going to the movies, and putt putt golf. He's still not ready for a sleepover. He's easy to get along with, and rarely complains. He had a much better year with his kindergarten teacher then Owen had with the same kindergarten teacher. He hates socks and goes barefoot any chance he can. He's begging for a desk for his room, so he can do his "homework" next year.

This kid is READY for first grade.