Lizzy is turning 16 this year and I have been very busy planning an amazing birthday that she would remember. She has been such a big help to me with both Maddie and Mia I wanted to make sure it was a special birthday she would always remember. I surprised her with a trip to New York City during Fashion Week along with front row tickets to the Couture Fashion Show. We did the usual things that you would expect a 16 year old would do in New York - SHOP, SHOP and SHOP some more. We had a wonderful time and were able to spend some quality mother daughter time together. She is such a great kid that she is so enjoyable to be with. I enjoy spending time with my teenager.
The next step for Lizzy is getting her drivers license. She has been counting down the day until she can drive for about 3 months. It's finally arrived this week. She has been given my Volvo to drive. I just ask that all my friends and family please pray for her as she ventures out alone in a vehicle. I'm a little nervous to say the least.
Keith's mother passed away recently. All of my children gathered around their father to support him at his most difficult hour. Christopher came to Shreveport and joined the rest of us for a celebration of her life. It was heartwarming to have my family together. I caught a glimpse of my older kids character when this happened. The love, sympathy and compassion for their dad was heartwarming.
Homecoming festivities for St. Louis High School was in full swing last week. Keith graciously offered to build the float and have it ready for the parade. The parents were responsible for decorating it. Maddie got to join in the fun and ride on the parade float. She threw candy and had a blast! What an arm she has! The homecoming dance finished up the week's activities. Hair and makeup appointments were the tasks for the day. All her friends and date showed up at our house for a few pictures and then off to dinner and the dance. She looked beautiful - absolutely beautiful.
In between all this activity I am having to drive our family dog (Pressley) to LSU Vet Clinic in Baton Rouge, La (which is 2 hours away from where we live each way) every week for Cancer Treatment. For those of you that don't know - our family absolutely loves Pressley and are completed devestated that she is sick. We are hopeful that we can at least extend her life a little bit. Dogs add so much joy to your life. We can't imagine ours without Pressley.
I am still off on Leave of Absence with Mia. We spend most days just snuggling! She has adjusted well and has the cutest personality. We have definitely seen her blossom! She is walking (running) and getting into everything. She evens has a tendency to walk on her tip toes - so cute. She loves playing with Maddie and gives her hugs and kisses. Maddie is doing much better with Mia although we are still working on the "Sharing" concept.
I am so thankful for all my children!!! I'm so glad that they will all be home for the holidays this year. Next big event in October is Maddie's birthday - She is turning 5!!! So hard to believe she is already 5. They grow up so fast.
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