Oh our sweet Holland. How we love you! You turned nine years old. We can't believe our little sunshine girl is growing up so fast. You picked out the cutest romper to be your birthday outfit. I took you to Ross to find something to be your birthday outfit, and you picked out what you liked. But then you had to narrow it down. I think your initial number of things you liked was close to 20. After much deliberation and fretting you chose this blue and white polka dot romper, and it is darling. You also insisted I try on a number of gowns that would be fit for a gala. I couldn't quite pull them off, but it was still so fun to go shopping with you.
We ended up taking your birthday photos at Aunt Miriam and Uncle Marc's house, which was so fun/dusty. You were a good sport about it, even though you had to climb all in the grass and weeds. They turned out lovely mostly because you are lovely.
At your nine year old check up you were 48.7 inches tall which is the 6th percentile. You weighted 48.72 lbs which is the 3rd percentile. That put your BMI at 13%. You are still pretty tiny, but strong and healthy and awesome. We're so lucky that you have a healthy body that is just perfect for you.
Holland, being nine has been kind of a turning point for you. I am blown away with how mature you have become this year. You have more control over how you show your emotions. You have demonstrated tons more self control in how you handle your chores and daily tasks. This has not been easy or effortless. This is something you have been working toward for years. I am thrilled for you that all of your struggle and perseverance has been paying off. I am so proud of you--not just for reaching these milestones, but for not giving up and working through the struggle.
You are in the CAS program at school which means that your class moves at a much fast pace than other fourth grade classes. Just this morning you were telling me how on Fridays, you are in a special group that does 8th grade math. What?? That's amazing!
Let's hear from you about what it is like being NINE!
1. What is your favorite day of the week? Why?
My favorite day of the week is Friday because you get early out and it's movie night.
2. What is your least favorite chore?
My least favorite chore is bathtubs because it takes so long, I get distracted easily, and it stinks.
3. What is your favorite movie and why?
I think my favorite movie is The Croods because it is fun and adventurey.
4. What is your all time favorite toy?
Stuffed animals, Baby Bear particularly because he is comforting and good to play with.
5. What is your favorite family tradition?
Rice pudding on Christmas Eve
6. What is the best gift you have ever received?
The sandbox. It is fun to play in.
7. What is something that you are proud of?
I am proud of my math skills.
8. What is your favorite smell or scent?
Freshly baked bread or rolls.
9. What word or phrase do you think you use too much?
"I think"
10. Do you prefer watching movie or reading books? Why?
Well, I would rather watch a movie because I can hear and see it.
11. What is a song that always gets stuck in your head?
Mother Knows Best from Tangled
12. What is something that annoys you or makes you mad?
When people are mistreating my stuff.
13. Describe your perfect weekend.
Friday: waking up at 9:00, realizing there is no school, and also realizing it is my birthday and having a birthday party with lots of friends and fun things. And I would go to a movie theater and watching a movie. Eating birthday cake and blowing out candles.
Saturday: Waking up at 9 again. Looking over at the door and seeing my parents gave me a "no chores today" coupon that I could you infinite times. Realizing that it is a day of a family gathering. Going to the family gathering, then Miracle Bowl, and out to eat at the BYU Creamery.
Sunday: Waking up at 9. Seeing a new dress for church. Having a fun activity at church.
14. What color best represents your personality and why?
Peach, happy most of the time, but can get a little mad or sad sometimes. Because peaches can be green or red.
15. What is something you are looking forward to?
Christmas and my 10 year old birthday.
16. What makes you nervous about growing up?
The fact that one day I will have to move out of the comforts of home and be away from family and friends.
17. What is your favorite holiday? Why?
Christmas and then Easter. Because do things like Advent, presents, spend time with family, and everything is so pretty.
18. Describe your perfect meal.
Seven layer dip with chips, and a parfait with fruit in it.
19. If you could spend a day with one person from the past, who would you choose?
I would spend it with Naomi from Arizona.
20. How do you like to relieve stress?
By reading a book or cuddling with my stuffed animals.
21. Who is your favorite fictional character, why?
Creel from Dragon Slippers because she is adventurous and funny.
22. What job do you think you would be good at?
I think I would be good at being a teacher for preschoolers.
23. What is your ideal number of hours asleep to feel your best in the morning?
Twelve
24. What talent would you like to have?
Grow plants really well
25. What are the top three things on your bucket list?
Have kids and get married.
Go to French Polynesia.
Get a good job and pass school.
Holland, your birthday was so fun! You loved all of your presents--a big lego set from Uncle Daniel, shelves to go above your lego desk, a neck light, 3D dragon, necklace, and footie jammies.
For breakfast, we had waffles. For dinner we had white chicken chili. And for dessert, we had cheesecake! It was a delicious day for a delightful girl. We love you more than we can say!
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| A little plant you picked out from Home Depot. You are so fun, Holland. I love you so much! |
