Friday, December 2, 2011

Happy Birthday Ravyn!!

I am months late in posting this, but I’ve finally got a few moments to share it with you!

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Just before Halloween, Ravyn had her 6th birthday party!

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A cowgirl/cowboy party.

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Complete with a horse, that Ravyn had been asking to ride for longer than I can remember.  If you ask Ravyn what she wants to be when she grows up, the answer is always “a horseback wider.”

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Once Tuxedo, the pony…who was the size of a horse, was in place.  They gave a quick safety lesson to the kids.

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And then it was Ravyn’s turn.  She was so excited!

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While she was riding, Grammie watched over the kids waiting for their turns.

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Rio even got to ride!

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When the kids weren’t riding, there was plenty to do.

We had a shooting range.

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Daddy played sheriff.

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There could practice their lasso skills.

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And round up some rattle snakes!

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With everything going on, it’s hard to believe we found time for a piñata,

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cupcakes,

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and presents!!

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At the end of the day, Ravyn was sad to see her new friend go.

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But we came inside for a few more gifts from the family.

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None of which compared to the bubble wrap they came in!

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My beautiful RayRay,

You bring more joy to our family than I could possibly ever tell you.  You are at the top of your class, reading everything you can get your hands on.  Not a day goes by when you aren’t in the front yard playing with your brother and all of your neighborhood friends.  I am so proud of everything you do!  Not only are you smart and a talented gymnast, but your personality is mesmerizing.  You are kind to everyone, always helpful, and compassionate when you see a friend in need.  You are the kid that everyone dreams of!

You truly light up the world around you!

Love,

Mom

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