Junie B. Jones

We are so incredibly impressed at Madelyn's growth this year! She had the most amazing, one-of-a-kind teacher, Mrs. Musselman, who has instilled an incredible love for learning and reading!

As a matter of fact, about a week ago, Madelyn let Chris and I sleep in (YIPPEE!), and found something quiet to do instead. When I woke up and went to her room, I was overjoyed to see her lying on her bed, reading her chapter book to herself! I feel like that's the next big step in her reading! I was a little sad at first because she was reading the last chapter of Junie B. Jones: Monster Under My Bed, and I really wanted to know what happened. But as Madelyn explained, she just couldn't wait until we got up to find out how it ended. ;)

We have since started another Junie B book (definitely her favorite series right now, and a big THANKS to Auntie Kristin for letting us borrow all of them)! I recorded her reading a little bit from the book so you could enjoy it, too! :)

Muffins with Mom

Madelyn and I enjoyed a quick breakfast of 

muffins and fruit (and bagels) before school.

Madicakes TV: Frozen

Yep. More from Madicakes TV… be sure to scroll down to hear Madelyn sing "Let It Go." :)

Day at the Spa (in Room 204)

In honor of Mother's Day, Mrs. Mussleman put together a very special morning for all the kindergarten moms called "A Day at the Spa."

Madelyn has been so excited about this event! Her excitement really made me smile, and I couldn't wait to enjoy this special time together.

When we sat at our tables, each mom received a very special card!

After receiving reading our cards, the moms were treated to all kinds of spa treatments. I got to start with a manicure and pedicure! Pink sparkles, anyone? :)

We even got a homemade corsage!

Next was the cucumber facial and temple rub!

Then I was whisked off to the massage chair where I got an incredible back and shoulder massage!

And last but certainly not least, was some lotion and a hand massage!

Once we had all been pampered, we got to hang around a little bit longer and enjoy some lemonade and cookies! What a special Mother's Day treat!

Madelyn the Roving Reporter (more from Madicakes TV)