This past May, our sweet and moody Meli turned 7. I am not sure what it is about this year, but to me it is a big one. When I think of a 6 year old and a 7 year old it is a huge difference. I know there is really not from the actual age of 6 and 7, but it is the first one where I begin to realize they are not my little babies anymore. Well, of course I have started to realize this before the age of 7, but it really comes to fruition. When you say "my 6 year old", it still can sound like they are closer to a toddler than not.
The 7th birthday has been the first hard birthday for both of my kids. The next big one was 10 (with Colin at least). I enjoy the next ages tremendously. There have been stages I have not enjoyed but not any ages. They are all great for different reasons. I am glad for what comes with 7. The kids are able to do more for themselves, read older books (that's a big one for me), and the conversations get even more interesting. I am looking forward to what this year has to bring, but I do feel like I am saying goodbye to an important chapter. One that I will only get to revisit in my memories and writings.
To celebrate Meli's 7th rotation around the sun, here are some of my favorite moments captured on camera.
~ Love, Hugs & Kisses ~
The B Family
The 7th birthday has been the first hard birthday for both of my kids. The next big one was 10 (with Colin at least). I enjoy the next ages tremendously. There have been stages I have not enjoyed but not any ages. They are all great for different reasons. I am glad for what comes with 7. The kids are able to do more for themselves, read older books (that's a big one for me), and the conversations get even more interesting. I am looking forward to what this year has to bring, but I do feel like I am saying goodbye to an important chapter. One that I will only get to revisit in my memories and writings.
To celebrate Meli's 7th rotation around the sun, here are some of my favorite moments captured on camera.
She was telling the dinosaur to "be good"!
Her first birthday gift from Colin
She loves the ocean so much!
Daddy's Girl
My little blonde
She loves costumes
This is one of my favorite
Sibling love
She loves the snow
My girlie-girl
Tea party!
Halloween is one of her favorite holidays.
Her buddy
She is getting so tall!
~ Love, Hugs & Kisses ~
The B Family
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