To Abi, on your 9th birthday!

 

Abi,

Child of wonder.  You are amazing, do you know that?  You are such a great big sister (and little sister).  You are so creative and love to get the others involved in your games.  You work so hard at school and although you hate it (you tell me often) you do a great job.  You would so much rather be creating a game for everyone to play.  I love how your mind works so differently than mine when it comes to art and creating.  You just go for it and make what you like and it is so fun to watch and see!

You had a tough school year last year but on our 8th week so far this year I am SO impressed by your effort and how far you have come.  You have really impressed me with your diligence.  I am amazed by you.  You have a fiery spirit and quite the temper sometimes, but you are learning about your emotions and how to be under control and that maturity you are developing is shining through.  

You still love pineapples and now cats and pink as well.  You are just a delight and I am so thankful you are mine!

Love always,

Momma

Birthday cake: Pineapple upside down cake

Birthday Dinner: Ham & pineapple pizza

Favorite Toys: All things art!

Favorite Thing to Play:  Anything creative - dolls, creating, made up games that you put together for your brothers

Least Favorite Thing: Taking care of quail :)

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