I’ve always been thankful for the playgroup that Franny became a part of nearly five years ago.  She has participated in a lot of activities and classes, but this group I value above everything else.  I organize our week based on when we meet, and it has to be something really special and unusual for me to schedule anything over it.  Today, I was talking to one of the other moms, and realized that we would be on vacation for the last playgroup before they all start kindergarten.  I was very disappointed that Franny would miss it, especially since it will be a special celebration.  We have missed so few playgroups that I find it almost unbearable that we will miss this one.   Now, I have become even sadder as I realize that their time together is about to come to an end.  We have talked about continuing the playgroup for the younger group, but I don’t know if it will really happen.  I certainly hope so—there is such a tremendous benefit to a weekly playtime with friends, and I want the same great experience for Cole that Franny has had.   Of course, it would be different, but it really should be—they aren’t their older siblings, after all.  They have unique personalities and relationships to each other—many of which have been slow to develop because they are more focused on keeping up with the older kids.  But, one thing is the same for both Franny and Cole—it is their favorite day—they look forward to it and ask about it throughout the week.  And, I admit, I want it to continue for myself, as well.  Such wonderful memories and good times.  Hopefully, there will be many more to come.