It's Great to be 8

Avery is 8 years old! I can't believe how fast 8 years have really gone by! She had a very special birthday because she was also baptized. She has been looking forward to this special birthday and we are so proud of the sweet girl that she is! She is such a great example to everyone as she always tries to choose the right, and a wonderful BIG sister in our family.

We love you Avery!

SURPRISE....

"Happy Birthday!!!" Yep that's what we all screamed as Avery walked into the room where her friends and family were all hiding behind couches and under tables. She about fell over from shock as she walked through the door. Darren told her they were going to play tennis afterschool on her birthday and then tricked her and said they needed to go back to the car to get the tennis balls, taking a shortcut through the "party room." It was such a fun surprise party! it was decorated Luau style and we played water games in the field. I think a favorite game was the sponge relay and water balloon toss. Then the girls swam and ate yummy BBQ and ice cream cake and sang karaoke. I think everyone had a great time!