Promotion, Again

Some of the many friends who are quite literally at the center of Brynley's world right now.

Grandma Graham and Grandma Noodle rearranged their schedules to celebrate Bryn. Thank you!

Brynley receives her promotion certificate from one of her 6th grade teachers. They have enjoyed her as a student. And for good reason.

Brynley was promoted today from elementary school into Jr. high. This experience resembled last year's experience when she was promoted-elementary school in Texas ends in 5th grade. Elementary school in Utah? 6th.

Two stark differences; The first; Brynley was visibly more happy-she was comfortable with friends she knew she would see in the halls of her school next year. Sad to leave the comforts of a small-ish elementary? no. Bryn was academically and socially ready for "middle school" last year, she has patiently waited for her chance to move on through out this 6th grade experience. Her cheerful participation in the program as well as the smiles and giggles she shared through the day were evident of this "promoted" young woman.

The Second? Grandma and Grandma and DAD were there. She didn't do it alone (because last year "mom didn't count. You have to be at everything!)...her loving grandmothers were there to show their love and support. Mothers of her friends gave hugs and approval. Dad was there to congratulate and adore.

I'm very happy with who Brynley is becoming day by day. I'm happy with her kindness toward others. I'm happy with the standards she keeps. I'm happy with the way she is working to obtain knowledge and the way she is trying to stretch and grow. I'm happy for the times when she still likes to be my little girl. And I'm happy for the times when she shows much just how much she deserves to be "promoted" from kid to young lady.
Congratulations Brynley