12

Brielle turned 12. And I cried. 

A lot.

It's embarrassing, really. These huge milestones that we reach with our only child are exciting but bittersweet at the same time. I absolutely love seeing the beautiful young woman that she is becoming, but my heart aches for the days when my baby preferred my arms to fall asleep in.

I mean really -- Young Women's? No more Primary Program? 7th grade? Late nights out with friends? Picking out clothes in the Junior's section?

It's too much. I just can't handle it.

Brielle's request for her birthday was a trip to Lagoon with her BFF. Lucky for her {and me} her dad drove in to town for the special occasion. Nothing says "Happy Birthday" like rides that make you sick, overpriced amusement park food and ugly stuffed animals that you can never win.

The Girls - Lagoon

One of the most exciting things for Brielle, was finally getting a Temple Recomend and being able to visit the temple to perform Baptisms for the dead. What a special experience for her, and for me.

Brielle has been begging us to find to the SLC Waffluv Food Truck, and we thought... what better time than for her birthday? We arranged with family members and cousins to meet up with us for the surprise.

I'm pretty sure she liked it.

Happy Birthday Bopper! We love you tons and can't wait to see what year #12 brings!