Tuesday, November 18, 2008

The many faces (and moods) of our little lady, Alivia

11yr. old Alivia says "cheese!" This is during our transition at Aunt Tammy's. Grandma Riddle threw a "Happy Unbirthday Party" with all the family-
She's a pro at making things with clay! Alivia's little fingers are incredible with the smallest details. I mention to her that she could sell her work but, she likes to keep it and sometimes remake things.

Our first real day in MN, was Alivia's 12th Birthday. We asked her what she'd like to eat, of course it was, "sushi!" We found a place, but we won't go back, yummy enough but, overpriced. Oh... if only for "Sushi go Round"!


There's nothing fabulous about moving on your birthday! But she takes things in stride.

Our funny girl! She keeps us well rounded! We surprised her with a trip to the Mall of America on her birthday- the same day we took possession of our house. She had limitless rides for 3 hours on the fun roller coasters!


Her latest thing to say is, "remember! that life rox!"


Alivia's first pie! It's apple and she gave away to the family that hosted us before we got into our home. We were all very proud! I see many more happy days ahead baking together! I think it's very therapeutic! Yum-mo!

Alivia is growing up so beautifully! Tomorrow night she'll present a "Value" for the first time in a Young Women's Excellence night. It'll be a surprise to us what she finally decided to do. We know that she is a young women doing excellent.We love her so much!








3 comments:

Vromanators said...

WOW! We sure miss you guys! Alivia looks so grown up! You guys look great! Any time you want to go to the sushi go round, you guys can come stay with us!

Clint C. said...

So wonderful to see Alivia growing up, but still the same, which is to say--fabulous! I loved seeing that you still use your message plate! I always marveled at your endless supply of profound quotes you put there! What a wonderful Mom. You've always been someone I could watch for good Mom ideas.

Anonymous said...

12 mmmmmmmmmmmmm baby make that sweet ass and tight little p---y feel soooooooooooooo good