Schools Out For Summer

Today was Oliver's last day of preschool.  I cannot believe he has already completed an entire year of school.  My baby is growing up!  Preschool has been an incredible experience for him.  We have seen him learn new skills and become so much more social.  His teacher was fantastic!  We knew the moment we met her that she was the perfect choice for Oliver.  Her assistant was equally wonderful.  I wish Oliver could remain in their care next year, but it is time to move on to a classroom with older children.

It has been a more emotional experience that I anticipated.  I want time to stand still.  Even though I love watching him progress, the days seem to pass too quickly.  I try not to think about time as a morbid countdown, but when these milestones arrive I do think we are one year further along in the disease.  One more year of build-up in his brain.  One more year passing by without treatment.  One more year hoping for a cure.

Today we celebrate.  We celebrate Oliver's completion of his first year of preschool.  He did a superb job and we are so very proud of him.  He was very loved at school.  He won the hearts of all who worked with him.  He had a remarkable impact on those around him.  Congratulations, Oliver!!

Oliver walking to the school bus this morning with Daddy

Carrying his own backpack

Waiting for the bus to arrive

Getting on the school bus

Giving his afternoon driver a big hug goodbye  (We will miss her, too!)