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Sammy is a “Busy Bee” at the Burlington Early Childhood Center. (BECC)

We are so proud of him! In the morning, we could tell he was excited to go to school just like his big sister. 🙂

He was a little sad to go in alone, but he made the transition, and was soon inside having fun with the other kids. ❤️

At pickup, his teacher walked him out and said that he told her he “didn’t want to leave”. 😭

Couple of bonus pic’s. Mac was very proud to see another one of the littles off to school. 🐶

And he was spoiled by a walk with both of us .. just like the good ol’ days.

We had a great time visiting Julia, Mike and Margo in Malone for the holiday weekend!

So happy we could be there for Margo’s special day ❤️

Lots of quality time with the rest of the family too. Besties!

“Uncle Nimmo!“ – Sammy

On our way to Malone we stopped for lunch at the Vermont visitor center. Pretty good view!

And about twenty minutes away from Julia’s house we saw a black bear! I may have mentioned it a couple of times on our trip but had to share it one more time. 😂

Sam has been working hard all summer to learn how to ride a bike and it paid off!

Sorry about the yelling, I was so excited for him 🤣 So proud of you buddy!

She’s an awesome 1st grader!

Everyone was there to put her on the bus. 🙂

And when she got home, she said she had a great day and can’t wait to get back to her desk. ❤️

Turn the clock back one year by checking out her Kindie post! (Is it just me, or has she grown by a foot?!)

Gabby’s First Day of Kindie!

Or, even crazier, take a look back at Pre-K!

Gabby’s First Day of Pre-K!

6ft

Purchased.

Sanded.

Bottom, first coat going on.

Bottom, second coat.

Bottom, third and final coat.

Top, first coat.

Top, second coat.

Top, third coat.

Top, fourth coat.

Top, fifth coat.

Top, sixth coat.

Assembly.

Complete.

4ft

Sanded.

Bottom, first coat going on.

Bottom, first coat.

Bottom, second coat.

Bottom, third coat.

Top, first coat.

Top, second coat.

Top, third coat.

Top, fourth coat.

Assembled and setup.

After the long drive (and some classic Boston traffic…) Grammy and Papa arrived and had some awesome gifts for the kids!

We had a nice night grilling out with Grammy and Papa! (No pics.)

The next morning was beautiful weather so we made our way to the school playground. 🙂

Then we enjoyed the afternoon by relaxing and playing outside.

And we had a nice big meal together at one of the kids’ favorite restaurants. (No pics.)

The next morning, we boogied up to Ogunquit, ME for an amazing day at the beach!

Finally, we finished up the day at home, and had some delicious Indian takeout! One of Grammy’s favorites! (No pics.)

Thank you so much for visiting Grammy and Papa!

Nonno and Nonna never come empty handed, thank you for all the fun gifts!

“Nonno, you read to me?”

Saturday morning started out with a down pour, so we went to the mall to stretch our legs.

We stopped at the Lego store, of course.

After the rain stopped, we went to the Minute Man Trail in Lexington.

Then dinner at Casa Blanca.

A quick dip before Nonno and Nonna head home. Thanks for visiting! ❤️

Another year keeping up the tradition of enjoying the Burlington Town parade with our friends, the Shannon’s!

We were also happy to cookout with our friends from the Fox Hill neighborhood! (Totally forgot to take pictures…)

Sammy really enjoyed some trampoline time!

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