Dru is 12!
We had a surprise party for her to celebrate.
I was so worried she would find out but it turns out she was totally shocked!
The invite
While the girls waited I had them write words that described Dru and
fun messages on a big piece of paper.
Then I got the text that said Dru was on her way. The girls giggled and squealed.
It was hilarious to watch.
Taunya was sweet to take her shopping and bring back Dru at the perfect time.
The girls ate dinner and chatted up a storm.
They were nice enough to let me take a lot of pictures.
They loved coming up with different poses.
We played a fun candy bar and dice game.
They girls loved it.
We also played Pictionary.
Cupcakes and ice cream cones for dessert!
Present time
A little party favor for her cute friends.
Dru-
Today
you are 12.
It feels like just yesterday I was
rocking you in the glider and singing I am a Child of God in your ear. You were the best baby-such a
good sleeper. I bathed and dressed
you everyday in beautiful clothes from Aunt Rayne. You let me do your hair anyway I wanted. You wore a bow or ribbon daily. You were a joy to watch play by
yourself and with others. You
loved all your siblings as they came one by one. You were and still are a favorite. Obedience came naturally along with good manners. You loved to draw and be read to. I cried the first day of
Kindergarten. I didn’t think I
would but I did. I missed
you. You always loved learning and
going to school. You excelled
every year.
I
just want you to know how much I truly love you. I know it can be tough to be the oldest
but I am SO glad you are. Your
example SHINES. You are a
peacemaker. Everyone loves
you! You are a nurturer. I am so grateful that I can trust you
with your sisters and brother. You
make my life so much easier as my non-complaining babysitter. I love that you baby-sit others too…and
for free sometimes. You are a
wonderful and thoughtful note writer.
You have made others so happy by your genuine thoughtfulness and service
You
have a passion for good books and that makes my heart happy. You put others before yourself and look
to serve. You are a clever
one. You are always creating
something. I sometimes have to
take the trash out before you see it.
You definitely have your own style. I love that!
You are unique and don’t care what others think. My favorite part is that you know who
you are, where you came from and where you are headed. You know that you are a daughter of God
and that He loves you no matter what.
NEVER FORGET THAT! I love
your courage to do what’s right and be the best you.
I
love you Druby with all my heart.
I
love being your mom.
I
just adore you.
Love,
Mom
