Her bday usually falls while we are in Georgia visiting my Mom. This year, it was on Thanksgiving Day.
Current interests include friends, choir, decorating, anything with fashion, and music. She received several gifts on Thursday, but also got to choose some on Black Friday while we were out.
It is a tradition for my Mom, sisters, Tater (for the last few years), and myself. We don't get up at the crack of dawn(anymore), but we go out and usually get at least some of our Christmas shopping accomplished. The oohs, aahhs, and regular cackling make Black Friday special. We are also self-appointed fashion advisors to each other which is hilarious. Sure the deals are nice, but the time with my family (whom I rarely see) is priceless.
Tater hearts Charming Charlie, so that was one of our destinations. We also hunted for cowgirl boots, but were unsuccessful. Lack of size, style, or reasonable price dashed our hopes. So the quest continues...
Everyday, our only girl becomes more little woman.
Gone are the days of Barbies or finding a bow to match her outfit. In many ways she is still a child, but in many more ways she is changing. It is a challenging process, but overall it is really amazing to watch your children grow up. Tater is an incredibly nuturer and loves serving others. Often I find her taking care of C, whether reading a book or getting him dressed, without having asked her to help. She bathes him, changes 'shewwies' aka poops, and doesn't shy away from a challenge (unless it involves creative writing). Multi-talented, she can fulfill the role of bossy big sister like no other (just ask E-Dog or Double).
