My dearest Audrey you are such a magical child, which makes being your mom abundantly enchanting. You giggle when you toot, shake your booty to any tune, twirl in circles till you fall over from dizziness, play imaginary games with girls as imaginative as yourself, and share morning hugs regardless of morning breath. Honestly, I could go on and on, because everything about you makes me smile. On the eve of your 6th birthday, here are some of the special things I keep in my heart, but want to share, that makes you, you!
1. Lady - a stuffed animal from "Lady and the Tramp" is still your favorite lovey. You sleep with her every night, watch movies with her, ask to bring her to school, and take long rides with her by your side. In fact, if Lady was ever lost there is a good chance I might cry more than you.
2. You are still a picky eater. Your favorite fruit is strawberries. If I serve a fruit you dislike you immediately ask for some strawberries as a replacement, knowing a treat at the end of a meal cannot be achieved without eating your fruits and veggies. You like carrots, but really dislike peppers, and insist that I hand pick out extra cook peppers from any dish, regardless of minced size.
3. Whenever we go out to eat you always request macaroni. In fact, if macaroni is not on the menu you have trouble making a final decision and usually ask to share with me.
4. Your best friend is Jane, our next door neighbor. She is a lot like you, girlie, creative, and aware of her likes and dislikes. You may not know what day of the week it is, but you know Jane goes to kindergarten part-time, and is always home after lunch. Because of this you ask to play with Jane just about every afternoon you are not at Montessori school.
5. Disney Junior is your favorite channel. You especially love "Sophia The First" and get as excited for a new episode as I do for a new season of Downton Abbey. Revisiting DisneyWorld ranks very high on your list.
6. Legos keep creeping up on your list of likes. When working on a new Lego set your focus can be almost as intense as your brothers. You have stay power and rarely lose interest, wanting the satisfaction of project completion. However, the big difference between you and Avery is your level of visible frustration. You can get mad if things aren't going your way, needing redirection from mom before becoming seriously frustrated.
7. You enjoy books before bed, but enjoy chatting with your sister, after lights are out, even more. It brings a smile to my face when I hear the two of you quietly giggling and whispering before drifting off to sleep.
8. "I love you" is a phrase I hear often. You readily share your love, whether it be with words, hugs, snuggles, butterfly kisses, or eskimo kisses. Every morning I am greeted with a smiling face and a super sweet cuddle.
9. Unfortunately for you dad, sports do not rank high on your list……yet! However, you readily cheer your brother and sister on at any game, sometimes, yelling louder than surrounding adults, sharing positive encouragement.
10. I am always impressed by your ability to make your own fun. You love playing with Avery and Amelia, can easily play with a neighbor, and are OK when playing by yourself. You are equally satisfied with any of these circumstances and seem to make the most of any situation.
Audrey Estelle you are loved more than you will ever know!!!
Happy 6th Birthday my sweet girl!
