One of Jackson’s goals for his Kindergarten year was to complete the Junior Ranger Program in the Great Smoky Mountains. We completed eleven activities in a workbook, picked up litter, watched a video, went on a guided trail walk, and visited the museum to write three facts he had learned.

For the final portion he had to interview a real Park Ranger, answer questions about the process, raise his hand and recite the Junior Ranger Pledge for the Park Ranger. I was a proud mother watching her shy little man speak so confident and clear in spite of the noise and commotion being made by the many onlookers.

Happy to be showing off his new official badge and certificate outside the National Park Sugarlands Visitor Center.

One sister was very patient for this long process, one not so much…I won’t point fingers.

A quick outdoor lunch, Daddy and Abigail

A little extra bravery for the swinging bridge

Shopping isn’t any fun without a little play

Love this quiet photo, actually ready for a nap.

We snapped this photo from the safety of our vehicle!

Fun, fun, fun splashing in the pool!

Isabela was really excited to be in water larger than the tub.

Courage dear boy, have courage!

Love those tiny fingers and toes!

Check out his expression in the mirror. He actually picked up that dinosaur!

Happy to have his daddy off from work spending the day with him.

A few more of his birthday winnings

Another chance to blow out a candle. Five spoons waiting to dig in.

Happy sixth birthday to my first born! YOU ARE AMAZING!
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