That Year

September 27, 2013

Well, we are entering That Year.

You know, The Year when your child is in the twelfth grade and suddenly, out of the blue, there are all sorts of terms being flung about, like FAFSA forms, and scholarship applications, and SATs, and graduation pictures.

And you realize all over again (as if you could ever forget) that time doesn’t just march on—no, it sprints and gallops and flings itself forward at warp speed and a baby who was once pink and wrinkly and wobbly turns into this.

Into a High School senior. Someone who is entering That Year.

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Yesterday, Sarah got all dolled up for formal graduation portraits that were taken at school. Our youth pastor, Mary Ann (who is an absolute whiz with hair) came over to the house early to transform Sarah’s hair into something a little extra special.

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Of course, she didn’t wear this shirt for the portrait; when she got to school, they did the whole “draping her in black velvet” thing  to make her look like a real High School graduate. I  have no doubt whatsoever that I will burst into tears the moment I see the picture proofs because I know that Sarah will look incredibly gorgeous and grown up and I will long whole heartedly for those early, precious baby/toddler days.

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Yep. she’s looking a little grown up these days. We have most definitely arrived at That Year.

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 (Note: All photos were taken by Steve.)

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27 responses to “That Year”

  1. Lisa from GA says:

    She looks stunning. I’m so excited you you and her…this is going to be a fabulous year!!!

    • Becky says:

      Lisa,

      Yes, we are looking forward to a great senior year although it’s a little overwhelming if I look too far ahead. Day by day should work just fine . . .:-)

  2. Nicole says:

    WOW! She looks great! Where is she thinking about going to school? Can’t believe she is a senior already!

    • Becky says:

      Nicole,

      Right now Sarah is planning on going to the Community College for 2 years and then transferring to a 4-year university. Of course, all that could change as time goes by!

  3. Kristi says:

    How did Sarah become a senior already??? I have been following your family since 2006!! Sarah looks great in the photos!

    • Becky says:

      Kristi,

      It never ceases to amaze me how long some people have been following the Smith family adventures. We are honored and so glad to have you along for the ride!

  4. Lesley says:

    Love the hair Sarah! She did a great job. It’s going to be a whirlwind of a year, enjoy every minute. And Steve….who knew? Great photographic eye. Yet another talent that lurks beneath 🙂

  5. chris says:

    So beautiful. And, yes, it goes by so fast.

  6. Deb Praus says:

    Becky,what a blessing to even have the chance to tear up at the proofs!

    You are absolutely stunning Sarah outside as well as inside.

    • Becky says:

      Deb,

      You’re absolutely right! I was thinking that as I was writing this morning–eleven years ago, I never thought I would get to see Sarah as a senior. I guess that just makes me all the MORE teary eyed!

  7. Brooke Robertshaw says:

    Hey Sarah – I hope you don’t mind me saying this – but you are beautiful without make up. Please don’t ever think you need to wear it to look beautiful. Of course you look beautiful with it, but out of all the photos your mom has posted of you throughout the years in my *very* humble opinion you always look best without make up. I hope you take that as the compliment that I’m not making very well.

  8. dmantik says:

    sob!

  9. Mary H says:

    Oh, my, Becky. I remember THAT year with Nathan. How can it be but praise God that it is! She will look stunning in her portraits.

    • Becky says:

      Mary,

      Yes, now that Nathan’s about to be a dad, it’s extra hard to believe that just “yesterday” he was a senior in high school. Kids these days! They just keep getting older and older! 🙂

  10. Anonymous says:

    What a great hairdo Sarah.

  11. Angela says:

    Beautiful!

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