10 years old??? What?!?! You must be kidding me

So my sweet little pre-teen (gasp),  had her birthday last week...I'm told she turned 10, but thinking it can't be possible...10 years, that's a full decade, that I have successfully kissed the boo boos, scared the monsters away, and in recent years talked about boys, and fights with friends...things will get better, and easier right?????

She told me she had a great birthday, her class went skating, party that night with her friends, and 4 little girls spending the night! Is it wrong to be thankful this was all at her dad's house???? Sunday when she arrived home we had a celebration here for her, best friends, family, tacos and cake!! What could make it any better?? A little friendly competition on the Wii playing "Just Dance", and being spoiled with presents!!!

My birthday wish for you Olivia, is that you always be you. I know I'm your mom and maybe slightly biased but you are perfect just the way you are. I couldn't ask for a better daughter. You are the best big sister Ethan could ever ask for! Please don't rush growing up, enjoy your childhood for as long as you can.

I love you and you make me so proud in everything that you do!

xo