Sunday, August 17, 2014

Happy Birthday Abizella!

Abizella's 9th birthday falls under one of those special days of the year where it is "worth it" to sleep on a head of curlers!
I love this face!
We had a big surprise coming Abzizella's way and we needed to stall until dinner time so we opened presents. Abizella was spoiled rotten... but her favorite gift was definitely her long-wanted seal! She named her Oreo. (Thank-you Grandma and Grandpa!)
Then it was time for the BIG surprise! Her FRIEND Sara came to visit all the way from New York!!!
We were happy to see the entire Zeller family! They are simply the BEST!
They have someone for everyone to play with!
Abizella chose Cold Stone peanut butter cup and cookie dough ice cream pies for dessert. Nice choice.

We got to meet the littlest Zeller. I love sleep smiles.
These girls are two of a kind.
These guys are old buddies too!
These two are infamous enemies. At least they used to be! 4 years and they have finally warmed up to each other! Now they are two peas in a pod.
It was an extra-special event because the whole family spent the night with us. We stayed up late chatting and watching movies.
We're so glad they came to visit!
What a great 9th birthday!
How do I love you Abizella? Let me count 9 ways!
1. You are the family glue. You play with everyone. You take care of everyone.
2. You know how to make everyone feel special. From treating me to a "You Spa" treatment to patiently listening to and encouraging your brother Tadpole read.
3. You are determined. If there is something you want, you just do it. When you were five and you wanted a bike, you jumped on your brother's bike and learned to ride it in a single day. When you want cake, you make one. Whatever you want, you go after it.
4. You are a goof-ball who laughs at your own jokes.
5. You love to see the world and make new friends. When we moved into our new house you jumped on your bike and went out looking for new friends and adventures.
6. You love nature. You love to be outside in the snow, rain and the sunshine. And you're not afraid to get dirty!
7. You love to perform and be the center of attention.
8. You are intelligent and easily understand new concepts. You LOVE to read.
9. You have a wonderful heart. I love being your mother. I am blessed to have you in my life.

Happy Birthday Abizella! We all love you like crazy!

1 comment:

Jeni said...

Happy Birthday Abz! So glad we got to celebrate with you!