We have a 9 year old!

"S" is 9! Holy Cow, she is growing up too fast. I love who she's becoming. She is so helpful, and very responsible. I am amazed at her talents. She's a great artist. She's one of those people who is always drawing, and can draw, or paint anything. She also is a great pianist. She loves practicing, and I of course love listening to her! She's going to pass me up in the next year or so. :)
Every year for "S" birthday, Steve has flowers delivered to her at school. So sweet :) She wanted to go to Amazing Jakes for her birthday. That was a fun night! Bowling, Miniature Golfing, Laser Tag, crazy rides, all you can eat...wonderful, exhausting fun!

A couple weeks ago, we went to our friends cabin (Fischbecks). The guys all went snowboarding and I decided that I would teach my kids and one of theirs how to ski. By the time we got to the ski resort, there wasn't any close parking so we had to walk a little ways to get there. And of course they couldn't carry their skiis, so good thing I am supergirl and can carry everyone's stuff. (What was I thinking?) Once we got there, I showed them the ropes and they got the hang of it pretty quickly. At the end of the day, Steve and Jaron found us and were so excited to see their kids conquering the hill! That was one of the most rewarding days I've ever had. It's cool to see your kids try something hard and keep at it! Even when they face plant. :)