My Seven Year Old



She looks so grown up.  She just got her haircut.  Teri gave
her the full treatment....wash, massage, cut and style.  She
loved the 'dryer that goes over your head'.



The Question

Usually in some form or fashion we get this question from friends, family or total strangers.  The "you only have one child" question.  Or "when are you having another child" question.  Now that Emily is 7 years old the question is less frequent.  Most people mean no ill by asking but some people have such a stereotype about only children.  I must have missed the parenting handbook that stated you must have two or more children.  Just as I try not to be judgemental about families that have five or six children, I ask that people respect our choice to have one child.  Both options have great and not-so-great qualities about them. 

Well last night Emily asked me 'the question'.  Here's how it played out:

Emily:  'Mom, why don't I have a sister?  I want a sister'
Me:  'Well if we had another baby it might be a brother'
Emily:  'Oh....hmmmm...and you would have to get another room'
Me: 'No, you would have to share your room.  And you know babies cry alot'
Emily: 'Oh....well that would not be good for me'

End of story.

Go Dog Go

As in the classic children's book written by P.D. Eastman.  The Seattle Children's Theater is showing this great story.  We went to the theater on Saturday.  Five kiddos and three adults ventured to Seattle for lunch at the Spaghetti Factory and then to view the play.  It was a great time.

This Week

This week is chuck full of fun things.  Emily's class had a Valentine's party yesterday at school.  The festivities included cookie decorating, coloring and opening valentines from classmates.  I had the opportunity to sneak away from work to take part in the celebration. 

Today marks the 100th day of school.  Now days they make this a big celebration.  Emily is to bring 100 of something...her choice is fish crackers. 
Thursday is family movie night.  The PTA is sponsoring this event and will be showing Despicable Me.  Emily and I will attend with blanket and pillow in hand.
Friday....no school for Emily!

Emily and Taylor

Yesterday Emily and Taylor spent the whole day together.  According to both girls they are BFF's.  They started the day out at Taylor's house playing outside and ended the day at our house making/decorating cookies.

I Heart You

Dear Chris and Emily,

Happy Valentine's Day.  I heart you all the much and beyond.  Much love and hugs,

Jen and Mommy

Cousins but Like Sisters

It makes me smile to see Emily and Kaitlyn play and interact with each other.  Although they are cousins, sometimes the things they do and say seem like they are siblings.  Here's a couple examples:

-Emily telling Kaitlyn "it's o.k. to go on the big girl potty, you can do it Kaitlyn.  I know you can".
-Kaitlyn asking "where is Emily?"  When I told Emily that Kaitlyn was looking for her it was the classic reply from a sibling "Kaitlyn, what do you want?"
-Emily telling Kaitlyn what to do and how to do it.
-Kaitlyn wanting to do everything Emily does.

Oh how I love these girls!

Uncle Ryan

Last night we celebrated Uncle Ryan and his upcoming birthday on February 16th.  Emily was so excited to host a party for him.  It was great, complete with a nacho bar and ice cream sundaes.  Happy birthday Ryan!  Enjoy your special day.

Balloons

Balloons are a classic toy for kids of all ages.  Here we have a bunch of balloons, two screaming girls and a priceless memory.

The Golden One

Today marks Emily’s ‘golden’ birthday.  You know the big one, the grand one, the golden one.  When she turns 7 years old on the 7^th.  I can't believe my baby is 7 years old.  

HAPPY BIRTHDAY EMILY!  I hope you have a wonderful and special day.

I love you all the much and beyond!
xoxoxo
Mommy

A Party to Remember

Emily celebrated her birthday yesterday with a party at the bouncy house.  It was packed with fun, family and friends.  It was a party to remember.  She is very blessed to have so many great people in her life.  Thank you to all for making Emily's birthday party a wonderful one.