SKYLAR TURNS 18!!!!

I can't believe my girl turned 18.
I remember going to the hospital to have her. I remember bringing her home and none of her newborn clothes fit because she was so small we had to buy preemie clothes and diapers. I remember teaching her to count, tie her shoes, to read, do math, story time, life lessons, to drive and many other things. Time has flown so quickly. She has blossomed into a beautiful young lady. I am so proud to be her mom!

She is considered an adult today.

Legal to vote. But can't buy alcohol.

We aren't big on wrapping presents. We just use what is around like a blanket to wrap a gift in. This happens to be from Kaitlin and it's her favorite blanket.

Skylar's favorite candy bar.

Harry Potter bandanas.

Skylar has been wanting to do a picture collage on her wall in her room. Kaitlin went through the photos and printed off some really cool ones to get her started. 

BEST gift ever!!

Tim and I just grabbed a towel to put her gift in.

She isn't hard to buy for.

Her second best candy!

What's this????

But, it's best to let her do her own clothes shopping.

Skylar and her dad.

A Daughter

A daughter is a wonderful blessing,

A treasure from above

She's a laughter, warmth and special charm,

She's thoughtfulness and love.

A daughter brings a special joy,

That comes from deep inside.

And as she grows to adulthood,

She fills your heart with pride.

With every year that passes,

She's more special than before.

Through every stage, through every age,

You love her even more.

No words can describe the warm memories,

The pride and gratitude, too.

That comes from having a daughter,

To love and to cherish...just like you!!!

Tim made her some breakfast.

Pancakes and bacon!

And we served it to her on the special plate.

For lunch I made her favorite chicken bake.
Then she headed off to work. We will take what we can of her time as she is busy working and going to school. 

Happy 18th Birthday Skylar!!!!

We love you!

Skylar also celebrated with her friends and family.

They are playing a game called Truth or Dare Red Rover.

Kaitlin, Tim and Sarah

Alise, Isabella, EmilyMae, Haylee, Petra

Alise, Isabella, EmilyMae, Zachary, Genevieve

Tristen, Skylar, Alise, Isabella, EmilyMae

Lauren, Peter, Kaitlin, Georgia, Larissa

They are playing another game called Four Men on a Couch.

I have never had this many people in our living room before.
We have had about half of this when we had a movie day with our book club group. 

Larissa, Alise, Zachary, Peter, Nick, Andrew, Haylee, Aaron
Skylar L, Kaitlin, Isabella, Sarah, Genevieve
EmilyMae, Skylar, Lauren
Georgia, Petra, Leah, Liam, Tristen


~~ OPENING GIFTS ~~

Lauren and Skylar

Alise, Aaron and Skylar

Sarah and Skylar

Isn't this candle holder just beautiful!

We had some great proformances with some piano playing and singing and a ASL proformance.

Skylar wanted an ice cream bar this year.
So let's do this fast as I put 18 candles on her ice cream.
It just glows!

Make a wish......

Ice cream bar with assorted cookies.
YUM!

Everybody just hanging out and singing.

Jessica and Kay helping in the kitchen.

We kicked out all the boys.
Now it's time for the sleepover with movies and popcorn.

Next morning, breakfast with some of the girls.

What a way to celebrate with great memories with friends and family.
Turning 18 was a awesome birthday for the birthday girl!