Time sure flies when you're having fun. Kristin is 14 today. Her Model Congress group went on a field trip today to debate bills kids wrote. They're getting some real hands-on experience with government. Later, we're taking her to get her ears pierced and go out for dinner. Happy birthday, kiddo!
Fourteen years ago:

And over the years, sunny smiley faces....



and goofy expressions...


as she grows into very much her own person!



Ten Great Things ABout Being A Kid:
1. Birthdays! (what a great 10 on Tuesday today, lol)
2. Summer vacation--freeeeeeeedom!
3. Field trips
4. Road trips with your family
5. Recess
6. Christmas!
7. Thanksgiving at Grandma's
8. Hanging out with friends
9. Freedom from heavy duty responsibilites like bills!
10. Sticky gross stuff like cotton candy is fun to eat