The day finally arrived! Riley is now 7 and is SO excited. We had a family party at lunch time with Riley planning the entire menu. We started with fresh fruit and dip and mozzarella (monstarella according to Riley) sticks as people arrived. The people included uncle Vic, Aunt Josie, Heather, Austin, Grandpa, Mimi, Grandma Jeryl, Mr Al and us. As soon as that food was gone and before we could eat lunch, Riley wanted to open presents. She had asked for a Nintendo DS for her birthday (it was either that or a party and she chose that) and was anxious to see if she got it. We made her read all of her cards out loud.
She got several outfits. This one was from Mimi but was the one Riley had found shopping the day before. She found this all by herself (it has leggings t00) and even a shirt to wear underneath. The family thinks she is quite the fashion whiz. I'm not sure about that, but she does like to shop and only wants what looks good on her.
She did get her DS and was very excited! She also got two games as a present so she has something to play. Riley is aware that Doug and I have certain rules as far as the DS is concerned (homework first, can be taken away if not doing well in school, not at meals, etc) and is willing to stick to them. I guess we'll see. At least the games she got from Jeryl and Al are ones where she has to think and use her brain. I'm sure she'll be getting more with the money she got. the party ended with a dance party in Kamryn's room and then everyone went their separate ways - family home to Ocala and the Villages, Doug and the girls to the Tittsworth's for conference, and me taking my mom to St Pete to see my grandfather.
What a FUN day!! Happy Birthday Riley!!
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They grow up sooo quick! Take care and hope that we get a chance to see you while we are at Disney!
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