Happy Birthday, Shianne

Shianne and 8 of her friends (one had to go home a little early) are in our basement right now helping us her celebrate her 14th birthday!!

As I sit here and wonder how long I should stay up and make sure they're "behaving," I remember I haven't posted a "Happy Birthday" to her on the blog yet!

Her birthday was Wednesday.  Happy Happy Birthday to my beautiful daughter. The girl that started me off with the title of "Mom," and continues to teach me new things.

It is a little odd to have a 14 year old now.  But no more so than having you go to preschool or Kindergarten.  Or grade school.  Or become a teenager.

Life moves on.  And even though I miss the ages you used to be, I'm continually excited with who you are now and who you are becoming.  Every new age, every new step, is a wonderful adventure.  I love you every minute of every day.

2004

 Last fall

 And tonight...

 Happy birthday, Shi Beth!  We love you and we are very proud of you!!!