Just shy of Nine

 Wow, I can’t believe it’s been a year since I last updated on here. You’ll be 9 in a couple of months and that blows my mind. You’ve done a lot of growing this year. You’ve gotten so much taller, loving, smart and truly turning into one of my best friends. 

This year you have improved in reading so much! You’re officially a book worm and stay up late reading. Your favorite books right now are the Ella Diaries and Ivy and Bean. We have a lot of fun reading together, snuggled in your bed. 

You still have a wonderful imagination and still spend hours playing and imagining. You are artistic and always drawing, writing and creating. 

You’re a wonderful big sister who loves helping out, you’re up for changing diapers more than Grace. I think you’ll have a lot of kids. And be the best mom! 

The other day, I was feeling sad. You wrote me the sweetest note and gave me a hug. You are so aware of others. 

You love the water. At our beach vacation this year, you informed me you loved the beach part more than Disneyland. 

You started gymnastics this year and you’re doing really well. You love it. It’s been so fun to see you do something you love. You’re a hard worker. 

I’m super lucky to be your mom and I love you very much. 

Xoxo 

Mom 















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