Ear piercing time!

My baby girl is old enough to put holes in her head, specifically her ears! Olivia turned 11 so by our family tradition that means she can get her ears pierced. We made a day of it, we woke up early went out to breakfast with Bella and Nana. It was a great ladies breakfast complete with hot coco and little goodies. We made our way over to the mall to Claire's Boutique. Olivia chose the largest looking diamonds for her studs. Sounds like Olivia, right. She was apprehensive and even chose to hold the "Claire bear" don't worry she feels no shame. Of course after the first shot the next one was no big deal, way easier than a shot.

Olivia has started Junior High this year. She is a beautiful, talented and a very smart young woman. She is tall and I often forget that she is not older. She is kind, often reaching out to kids who have disabilities. She forgives freely. When someone is unkind to her she says its ok and gives them the benefit of the doubt.she has as close to a photographic memory that I have ever seen, she can read something once and can recall dates and info, thus lending herself to being an excellent student. To add to her maturity this year she got braces this week, now she is an official pre-teen :)

we love you Liv, sou make us laugh with your quick wit! She often has strangers laughing when they catch an unexpected political reference or pop culture comment. Liv you are our family's spice we are forever grateful for your amazing flavor! Love you for forever and a day!