As we embark upon the tween years, I must say that it wasn't by accident that Emily is my oldest. She is "first born" in every sense of the phrase. She is driven, creative, commanding, nurturing, energetic, and yes, just beautiful. Emily is a t-shirt and jeans girl (which, I admit, is what I usually go for, but I'm still constantly trying to get her to broaden her fashion horizons). She is a wonderful big sister and the little girls can hardly wait each day when Emily gets home from school. She always has some fun game to play and genuinely enjoys playing with her younger sisters. Though we have our emotional challenging moments, there have been so many days and evenings that I am deeply grateful for Emily's willingness to help. Whether it's being a peacemaker, playing, or reading a sibling a story, when push comes to shove, I can almost always count on my Emily.
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| Such a sweet picture of Ju Ju and Britta |
Grandma and Grandpa had to leave on the morning of Emily's birthday, so we snapped a few photos before having to wave a tearful good-bye.
We were so grateful to have Cubby's parents in town for such an important and fun-filled weekend. Their constant love and support means so much to our family.
Later that evening, Grandma Karen and Grandpa Harvey came over and it was present time! Emily opened up Kari's gift first. It was a pillow and that Kari (and I) had made! It was so cute and it was all Kari's idea. Felt flower appliques sewed onto fabric that we then turned into a pillow. Kari was beyond excited to give it to her and Emily loved it.
Next up, Christian's gift. Now, I knew that once Christian knew that Kari had made a gift, that he would want in on the action. Enter Pintrest. Christian made Emily a very cute (albeit long) scarf! Emily was very touched that her brother and sister made her such thoughtful gifts.
Cubby and I's big gift to her was a sewing machine! She has loved using it, making little Christmas gifts and mending Barbie clothes.
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