Eight

I can't believe she's eight. She's changing in every way right now. More confident, stronger, wise beyond her years. She such a quiet, kind, reflective creature. As a baby she hated to be held close. Always had to be facing out..checking out the world around her. And I see that in her still. She's so observant, inquisitive, eager to learn.

She's going into Grade 3 in a few weeks. It's going to be a big year for her. I so badly want to freeze time and keep her eight forever... but I also love watching her turn into this amazing human. I took these on Monday at our favourite secret hiding spot. I'm so lucky she picked me to be her mom.