It’s the middle of May, and soon homework at the kitchen counter will be a thing of the past. The last prom, looming finals and finally – GRADUATION!  Growing Up Emily has been everything, you name it, but never a dull moment:

dead on with a bow and arrow; beautiful in a prom dress

working at it ’til she got it right:

that began and ended with fine results:

A fierce competitor on the volleyball court:

a terrific bunch of best friends:

and a special more than good buddy:

always ready for fun and a dare:

I watched her as a toddler determined to lug this huge rock a long distance to the cabin.        Little wonder that being Emily’s grama has simply been amazing:

ROCK ON, MY DEAR – can’t wait for what’s next!