LG is a Teenager!

This morning Lily Grace woke to her 13th birthday!  I can't believe she's a teenager!  
She started her special day with her requested breakfast, homemade waffles with whipped cream, strawberries and bacon.  
After breakfast, she opened gifts from family and found herself with money in her pockets.  
Matt and I surprised her with her very own laptop.  She was very excited and she and Matt got busy setting it up.
The fun didn't stop there just because it's a school day.  Her best friend Pearl went to school early and surprised her by decorating her locker and seat.  What a wonderfully thoughtful friend. Matt and I made our way to school later in the day to drop off lunch from Panera for LG and Pearl.  
Once home, Pearl joined us for Gracie's dinner pick, grilled cheeseburgers and fries.  Later on it was off to Middle School Youth group.  I'd say she's had quite the fun filled day!
She's having a birthday party on June 2.  With the end of school and so many activities going on, it's the first chance everyone could get together.  That's just fine with her since the last day of school is June 4.   She's looking at it like a two for one party- 13th birthday and the end of school.  Why stop celebrating such a big birthday at just one day.  Looks like we are carrying on until June 2.  ha!  
Thank you so much to everyone for making her birthday so very special.  
Gracie you are such a blessing.  Your daddy and I love and adore you.  We are so proud of you!  At 13, you are kind and thoughtful, God fearing and a complete joy to raise.  
Happy Birthday Gracie Cakes!!!!  We love you soooooooooo VERY much!  
And remember...you may be a teenager, but you will always be my baby!  Peace be with you always Gracie!

Every morning as soon as Lily's feet hit the stairs, Molly's tail starts hitting the floor and she throws herself at LG's feet for a belly rub.  Gracie can't even walk into the kitchen until she stops and pets her.  Well, this morning was no different, only Molly was extra excited too!

Birthday Breakfast

Wishes made 

Lots of cards and gift cards from family

A surprise from mama and daddy

Beautiful, inside and out

Who says that having to go to school on your birthday isn't fun?  Pearl, thank you for making today special for LG!  You are such a sweet and thoughtful friend!  Her locker looked so festive and fun!

Panera for a birthday lunch 

Pearl joined us for dinner and these two wound down the day giggling, singing, dancing and just having fun!