Gracie's 8th Birthday Pics!

I know I'm late in posting Gracie's 8th birthday pics. They turned out super cute as usual thanks to Jessica Jill Photography! After the pictures, there is also a copy of the poem I wrote her when she turned 8.

It’s Great to be 8!

It’s hard to believe that I met you 8 years ago Of course you didn’t come on time

But you were worth the wait

I didn’t mind.

You were 8 pounds full of life

I noticed your blue eyes right away

And of course you had some red hair Just laying eyes on you, took my breath away

We took you home and adjusted to life

It wasn’t always easy with you as a baby

But soon you learned to walk and talk

And then became a big sis and things got a little crazy

Soon you were big enough to go to school And time really started to fly by

How is it that you are going to be in 3rd grade?

That happened in the blink of an eye

Everyday you always seem to amaze me You are so smart and know a lot You love to learn all kinds of things And I hope that will never stop

Your favorite subject is math

And you love to read books

You read all kinds especially rainbow fairies And American girls with their good looks

You love to make crafts

And science experiments you think are fun You are also a very talented writer Your creativity is never done!

Your favorite movie is Frozen

And your colors are purple and pink You love to eat grilled cheese and pop tarts

But you really love cookies the best I think

You love to play Barbies

And you love to help Amy bake

But I think what you really like best

Is licking the bowl of whatever you make

You are involved in a lot of stuff too Math Olympics, Running Club, and Chess You are also in a Brownie Troop

But Poms I think is what you liked best

You have many friends

You are very kind and sweet

You can still be very shy

But you are nice to everyone you meet

Watching you grow

Is such a blessing for me to see Because you are one of my greatest gifts

That God has ever given to me

Always remember to go for your dreams

I am so proud of all the things you have done Don’t be afraid to reach your goals

Do what makes you happy and have fun.

I hope you have a wonderful birthday

It’s going to be fun being 8

I love you so much my Gracie Girl

I hope all your wishes come true and are great!

(written for Gracie for her 8th birthday 6/29/15)