In the recent past we have had LARGE gatherings for our children's birthdays and while they were fun, we realized that we were missing out on the celebrating. (And footing the bill for a venue and meal for 50+ guests was getting ludicrous.) Mostly, we realized that we were basically carrying on a birthday tradition of our extended families, that doesn't fit the mold of OUR family.
So, Daniel and I decided to scale way back and let Brighton plan the activities, for her day. (genius, eh?) Her requests: we go to the splash pad, to the movies, and out to eat at Applebees. It turned out to be a great idea because her birthday was more meaningful and we were able to afford to get her the things she really wanted. The intimate family gathering helped us to remember that it wasn't just a special day for Brighton, but for us as well. A true celebration filled with gratitude to the Lord for allowing us t
o care for such a sweet little soul.
Brighton at four is: Smart and sassy.
She loves all things *Rapunzel* which mostly consists of a lot of hair brushing followed by everyone in the vicinity 'witnessing' how long her hair is when it is
A. Wet
B. Just brushed &
C. When she tips her head waaaaay back.
Daniel and I take great pride in raising home grown girls. Girls who have manners, who are kind and smart, who believe in God, have compassion for others, can see the beauty in the world, and can laugh.
Our sweet Brighton girl has raised our every expectation.
She is a girly girl, who loves to get dirty, make art in every form, and dance all over creation. She loves music and has a beautiful singing voice.
She loves the American Flag...don't ask us why, but it makes us proud.
She is fiercely loyal like her father, and loves to make people laugh like her mother.
We could not be prouder to call her our daughter.
We could not be prouder to call her our daughter.
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