American Girl Birthday!

Raleigh wanted to have a birthday party at the American Girl Bistro and we were all for it!  The most difficult part for her was choosing just a few friends to invite.  This was definitely the easiest birthday party ever and American Girl did a wonderful job.  The girls had a craft, goody bag, games, meal, and cake and ice cream.  I think Raleigh had a wonderful time and so did her friends! Happy 8th Birthday, Raleigh!

Holiday Hotcakes

Holiday Hotcakes at Mulberry is always a fun morning.  Raleigh was asked by Mrs. Hower to play a couple Christmas pieces on the piano before the chorus concert.  She was a little nervous, but did a fabulous job!  After that, her and Garner had fun eating and making crafts.  They also got to visit Santa and Mrs. Claus, but Blakely didn't really enjoy Santa.  :)

Happy 8th Birthday Raleigh!

Eight!  I'm not sure how that is possible already, but she is.  Raleigh is growing into a beautiful little girl.  It's hard to watch because I still think of her as my little baby, but she's getting more and more independent every day.  She loves school, loves reading, still plays school all the time, enjoys piano and does a great job at it, and loves ballet.  When she wants to be she can be the best big sister and really help with Blakely and sometimes Garner.  I'm so glad she was the one who made me mommy!

Raleigh's birthday was on a Thursday this year which is a busy day with ballet after school.  Instead of going out to eat after ballet, we cooked her favorite at home...steak!  It was wonderful staying home and just enjoying our Raleigh girl!

Biscuit Helper

Raleigh helped me make biscuits and did a great job!