Nine and doing just fine!

 

My sweet girl is NINE today. One year away from double digits. Time slows down for no one.

Macy is a friend to all. She loves to help, to lead and to teach. She wants to be a gymnastic coach and a teacher when she grows up.

Macy discovered gymnastics this year and has fallen in love with the sport.

She works hard every day and is getting so strong.

Macy is funny and likes to joke around with her daddy.

She is patient with her sister, and not at all patient with her brothers.

She can occupy herself at any sporting event and is happy to be with her family...though not as happy to be at continual soccer games.

We love our kind, sweet girl. We can't wait to see how you grow and change in this coming year.

Happy Birthday, Macy Elizabeth. You are the best nine year old around and we are so proud that you are our daughter. We love you so!

5 years!

 

Five years ago I held you in my arms for the very first time.

It seems like yesterday.

It seems like a million years ago.

I can't imagine our world without Maggie.

She brings so much joy to our lives.

Maggie is sweet and kind and loves her friends and family.

She is organized and loves small details.

She notices everything and is quick to compliment.

She is determined and driven.

I can't believe that you have been our daughter for 5 whole years.

What a gift you are.

The blessing of having you in our family is something that we will never take for granted.

Being your mom is my great joy and privilege.

Happy 5th Family/Gotcha Day, Maggie Li Ya!

We love you so.

12

 

My boy is 12 today.

 If you see Colin, 90% of the time he will have a smile on his face.

He is a good friend, always willing to stand up for those around him.

He is a lover of soccer.

Playing soccer. Watching soccer.

He is a student of the beautiful game.

If asked, he would choose to be on a field, with a ball at his feet, over anything.

"We can go to a movie, or you can go to a soccer practice"

Colin will pick practice. Every time.

Colin also enjoys reading and spending time with friends.

His dream came true this year, and he finally has a dog.

Colin is a good student and while he denies liking school, he does well. 

We are so proud of you, Colin.

Keep being kind.

Keep defending those around you.

Keep your funny sense of humor, your killer "Dad" jokes and your quick wit.

(But, please try to be nicer to your sisters)

We love you and are excited to see where this year takes you!

Happiest Birthday, my love.

14!

 

14 years ago, this guy made me a momma. 

 

He is super social, preferring to be out the door and doing things then staying home. He has been that way since he was a little guy.

He loves to play soccer and is going to be playing high school (?!?!) soccer in the fall and then Elite64 with his club in the winter 

and spring.

He is funny and kind.

He loves to be with his friends.

He is loud and likes to bother his siblings with his loud noises, singing and wrestling.

He is a great student. We are looking forward to seeing how his high school career unfolds!

We love our Jack.

We love his funny sense of humor, his desire to succeed, his leadership skills, both on and off a field.

Have the happiest birthday, buddy. We love you and are excited to see what the future holds for you.

Thanks for 14 years of wonder, fun, challenges and joy.

We love you so!

Spectacular 6!

 

Our sweet girl is SIX today!

She is happy most of the time and always giving us great smiles.

She is loving Kindergarten and working very hard.

Maggie is determined and driven and likes to have things done right!

She is also silly and has the best sense of humor. She is always making us laugh!

Maggie likes details and order. She likes to organize her things just so.

Maggie likes to keep up with her older siblings and do whatever they are doing.

 She will not be left out!

We are so proud of you, Maggie Li Ya. You tackle every problem that comes your way with determination and bravery. You are a kind friend and a great sister!

Happy 6th Birthday, my love. We are so excited to see what this year brings for you!

We love you so much!