I seem to remember (and document) the big events in our lives - birthdays, holidays, job changes... But what I want to remember is the little things - the way David and I hold hands, the way Karsten looks with his hands behind his head without a care in the world, Skyla's giggle, and Sierra's ability to block the world when she's reading. So here's to what I want to remember the most... the little moments of our lives that equal a much bigger picture.
Saturday, May 30, 2009
Eight is Great!
My baby girl is 8! We celebrated with an "8 is great" party. She invited 8 friends. They were served an 8 course meal. They went on a real live scavenger hunt until they found 8 items. They participated in 8 stations that won them 8 tickets which awarded them 8 prizes. Then they had 8 desserts and went home a little past 8. It was crazy busy and I couldn't have done it without my girlfriends!
The scavenger hunt was the best. I delivered letters to all my neighbors (we have a great neighborhood) telling them if it was ok to have some rowdy but cute girls come to their house looking for things, to please put up a sign on their door. With it being Memorial weekend, I was a little nervous too many people would be gone, but that evening there was a green sign on practically every door! What wonderful neighbors! The girls broke up into teams and ran around to each house looking for odd things such as a sock with a hole in it, a grocery receipt, a candle, a Christmas card, etc. They brought home some pretty random stuff!
We are so lucky that Skyla came to our family eight years ago. She is such a happy and bubbly and full of life kid. She loves to play and has a great imagination. She is so thoughtful and is always concerned about other people. I'm so happy that this weekend is all about HER!
We love you Skyla!
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9 comments:
What a fun b-day party. I love the pictures below of her baptism. She's beautiful.
Hell-O! What a FUN party! You always have the best ideas!
Can't believe she's 8! CRAZY! Looks like she had a FUN party!
How fun! Happy Birthday Skyla.
We're so glad Skyla came into our lives too and carved a little place out for herself in our hearts. She is such an amazing little girl! Just like her mom!
You are officially best mother ever!!! You have such cute ideas for your kids. You need to write a book--I would buy it.
So cute!!! Great Mom and a great idea. I might have to try that for a party. What a beautiful little girl!
I would buy the book too!!!!
You are such a fun mom Mindy! Great Party! Happy Birthday Skyla, and I love her Baptism dress, and pictures, she is precious!
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