eight

 

Eight.  It kind of takes my breath away.  But then, so does she.  This year brought all kind of new things:  loads of new teeth, jumping off the high dive, horse back riding lessons, trips to far off places, sleep overs, big strides in reading, long bike rides....

This girl is full of love and nurturing.  She is perceptive, and intuitive and sensitive in the best sense. She is fiery, and thoughtful and not afraid to take charge.  

She is an expert noticer, and sharp as a tack.

She is complicated.

We love her beyond measure.

This weekend she celebrated with her friends, including the light of her life, this little guy.  

 

She shared cake with her Nina, with whom she shares this special day and relished the company of grandparents. 

 

She added the eighth candle to her birthday ring, received her special birthday book, listened to her rainbow bridge story and was serenaded by her violin group.    

 

Mostly she knocked our socks off.  It's hard to believe our little girl is eight.  We're so lucky to share this world with you sweet one!  We love you so.