Monday, November 7, 2011

Day 246

Today is Shelby's 13th birthday. What a big day for her, what a big day for her mom. Leaving childhood and stepping into becoming a young woman. 
Here are Shelby and I during our first meeting together. I flew from New York to spend a week with her and Tiffany. She was such a tiny, little thing but so sweet. I loved that I got the opportunity to fly down and welcome her. Such a cutie.
I always looked forward to opportunities to see her and the family. Your life really does change after you become a grandparent. More spoiling, less discipline, and more leniency. 
Shelby is energetic, dramatic, and a little crazy and wild sometimes. And you know, she is so like her mom - it is unbelievable. 
One of my favorite things about Shelby is that she's the planner of the family. 
She always looks to planning parties, gatherings, and events. She has a flair for the unusual and I like to pick out wild colors and prints when I shop for her.  She is opinionated and a little loud and screech-ie sometimes (remember so like her mom when she was a little girl). But for the most part, she has a happy, silly energy. 
So, happy birthday Shelby, dear. Enjoy your 13th year and be yourself. You're beautiful!! 

And your Grandma & Grandpa love you. 

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