She did it.
Years ago I never could have imagined high school.
That my daughter would be able to navigate busy hallways,
a schedule,
the lunch room,
and a general education class or two.
But today, I watched her get on the bus for the last day of her ninth grade year.
She did it.
And because I wasn’t already bursting with enough pride, Ashlyn is also being featured as part of the Special Olympics and P & G Say Thank You campaign at SITS. Stop by and see her video debut.
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Devan @ Accustomed Chaos says
What an amazing day 🙂
Jayme says
Yay! I have to admit that I even got a little teary eyed reading this. 🙂 Such an accomplishment. It makes a big difference when you have amazing parents!
Jahna Palmer says
Wow! so proud of you Ashlyn! Looking forward for more accomplishments from you. I love the picture too 😉
Dani G says
This makes me so happy. For so many reasons. I love this!!
Jessica says
Very proud of her, as I know you understand.
Brandy says
Stopping by from SITS
What a great moment! I really have enjoyed reading about your family =)
Jessica says
Thanks so much for stopping by Brandy.
Tonya says
Yay! What a terrific accomplishment!
Precious photo too.
Charlotte says
Congratulations! That’s awesome news 🙂 Going to check her out at SITS now!
Missy | The Literal Mom says
I just saw that feature over on SITS. So awesome. I hope you had a wonderful moment celebrating her (and your!) accomplishment. Congrats to you all. 🙂
Penbleth says
Fantastic. Well done Ashlyn. Well done you too, Jessica.
Nichole says
Congrats, Ashlyn!
So happy for your family!
Kimberly says
I hope that she had a wonderful last day!! Congrats!!!
Mommy's Paradise says
Congratulation, Jessica you have a great daughter. Way to go girl.
Stephanie @ The Blue Zoo says
Aw! Congrats! Thats really awesome. =)
liz says
Oh my! I totally got chills! Hooray for Ashlyn (and for you, mama!).
Heather says
Awesome for her!!! I hope she enjoys the summer.
Jayme says
yay Ashlyn!
Varda (SquashedMom) says
That is just so beautiful. Yay! Go Ashlyn!
XLMIC says
That is so so totally awesome! Yay Ashlyn! 🙂
angela says
Congratulations Ashlyn! (And the picture is just perfect)
Sarah says
How awesome is that. Congrats Ashlyn!
Kimberly says
Congratulations! She’s such a sweet girl! I”m sure you are so so proud!
Runnermom-jen says
That was awesome!!! I’m sure you are so proud of her! So when is she cooking you dinner? 😉
Meredith says
How sweet is that picture?! I love it! Why must our kids grow up?
Casdok says
Hope all goes well!
Congrats to you all 🙂
Amber says
Congratulations! You are truly inspiring.
-Amber
Rach (DonutsMama) says
Way to go Ashlyn! Of course with a mom like Jennifer, I mean, Jessica 😉 she’s bound to succeed!
Cheryl D. says
I saw they fixed the article–and turned your “son” into a daughter! LOL! I was a bit obnoxious in my comment over there, but I’m glad the mistakes were fixed!
Congrats on the SITS love though–you can’t beat that!
Jessica says
I know, I sent them a panic email, I was afraid it wouldn\’t be fixed before she got home from school today!
tracy says
I have tears of happiness for you guys. Just so wonderful. xoxo
By Word of Mouth Musings says
You have every reason in the world to be proud!
Congrats on a job well done Mama .. and congrats to Ashlyn and all her hard work!
http://www.bywordofmouthmusings.com/2011/06/blogoversary-no-longer-infant.html
Galit Breen says
Oh hooray for both of you! I’m so proud of her, too!
{And Jennifer, huh?!}
XO
Barbara says
Congrats Ashlyn!
Elena says
Yay Ashlyn!!!! Hope she enjoys her last day. I’m sure my sister will be giving her a big hug. 🙂 I have to bookmark it to watch the video later.
Jessica says
We are going to miss your sister this summer. Maybe she can join one of our playdates? Ashlyn would think that was the greatest thing ever.