Aubrie is a TEENAGER!

I CAN NOT believe that I did not take one photo of Aubrie’s birthday party.  Probably because I didn’t want to be the embarrassing Mom out there taking pictures.  This year was the big 13, and so the dynamics were much different than they were in the past.  This year it was a big backyard party...swimming, pizza, music, basketball, soccer, and whatever else they could do back there.  Aubrie was in charge of everything.  Invites, picking out the food, setting up the back yard, etc.  This year I allowed Aubrie to invite boys.  All the boys she wanted to invite were from church, and only added up to be 5, so I wasn’t too worried about it.   The party run’s itself at this age.  We just provide food, and clean up!  At first it took awhile for things to warm up...probably a good hour!  I don’t think the boys and girls are quite use to hanging out yet.  Another year, and they will be at church dances, so it was good practice!  The girls all grouped off and did their thing, and the boys did theirs.  Then about an hour and half later  all started having a good time swimming, playing soccer together, etc.   The party ended with Cotton Candy making, and when the parents showed up, no one wanted to leave.  It was a success and Aubrie had a great time!  No ER visits this year, thank Heavens! 

        It is hard to believe that Aubrie is a teenager!  Probably because she hasn't even hit five feet yet!  j/k  I'm sure she will get there by 8th grade.   Thought we butt heads a lot, I feel very fortunate to have her.   She is responsible, has high moral standards, and is always willing to help, to her own detriment of time management sometimes.  She is always friendly to  with , and has a way with children.  She is going to be a great leader, and mother someday!