My goodness, here we are! Little Paisley has worked her way out of the public school system.
I reached out to my girl, Josilyn to help with her Senior photos. We had so much fun in a nearby grove catching up on life since she was my Laurel and watching Paisley shine. Paisley brought a cute dress we found thrifting and changed into it. I told her I was pretty sure I had this exact dress! She looked so darling! It was a fun evening and the pics turned out so great!
I set everything up on the counter that day, including the candy lei's I made for everyone to give her.
My favorite is the school pictures progression. I even had one from way back when she was in preschool. Sooo adorable! Paisley's school journey started out with her in pre-K speach therapy, then taking the bus to her preschool, which was so hard for both of us! She continued with an IEP through 9th grade. She has always had to work extra hard, being pulled out for her "special class" is what she called it. It didn't come easy for her. But one thing I appreciate in Paisley is her great attitude and desire to do well. Of all the kids, she was my only one I could often find doing homework and studying for things. I really admire her and the progress she has made over the years. She sure has grown up to be a brilliant, creative, well disciplined young woman and I am so proud of my beautiful girl!
Paisley looked so pretty on her graduation day. It is an early morning with ceremony practice, then home to change and head back over to the school for the next thing. It is such an exciting day!
I really love that the graduating Seniors walk over to the Elementary and parade through the halls while the kids high-five them. Paisley said it was so fun to see her old teachers.
We made it to UVU, which is always hectic no matter how early you head over. I was down below when they started to file out. I spotted my girl right away!
The grandparents are so great to attend the madness!
When I was down below and spotted Paisley, I could see her looking up in the stands for us. I wanted her to know we were there for her so I called her name. I couldn't believe she heard me! And Esme as well!
This is always a sentimental moment. I like to reminisce over the years and remember all the years of projects, reports, reading and spelling. She did it all!
I really love these milestones and to be able to celebrate them individually.
Josie was sweet to attend. These three besties have been together since the beginning. I sure love them!
Behind them you can see Mr. Rowley. He was an Elementary teacher (I think he still teaches!). He is so supportive of all of the kids. I see him at so many middle school concerts, farewells, homecomings, so of course he's at the graduations as well. Real nice guy.
Afterwards we all headed together to get a bite to eat. Our favorite family sushi restaurant was closing so we ran up to a very crowded Apollo Burgers. It was nice to all be together for a little bit and celebrate Paisley before everyone scattered on to different things that night. Paisley headed up to Classic Skating for her Senior all-nighter.
I look forward to seeing what Paisley chooses to do from here. One thing is certain: We love and support this girl like crazy!
