Ruby had her 8th birthday & I can hardly believe we've had 8 years with this amazing girl! She is so fun & sweet & silly & good. It's been such a joy watching Ruby grow & this is my favorite age with her so far. As always, she could hardly contain her excitement with all the birthday celebrations. She loves all of our birthday traditions so much & really appreciates & notices all the little details, which makes celebrating her really fun. Happy Birthday, Ruby - you truly are a little gem! We love you!!!
Such a Ruby face - what I would give for even a fraction of her energy.
She requested an oreo ice cream cake this year.
Birthday party at the American Girl store! This was the most darling party - they all brought their dolls & had their hair styled, played games, did crafts, ate cake, & had a blast.
And a few things I want you to remember:
1. Face your fears. My favorite Eleanor Roosevelt quote is, "You gain strength, courage and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You must do the thing you think you cannot do."
2. Learn to cook & do it regularly. Good food is powerful - it brings people together, it provides fond memories, & cooking is a way of giving love to those around you.
3. Be happy for other people's success. It's the remedy to jealousy & will serve you well throughout your life.
