At 5 years old...

At 5 years old, you found your first Best Friend, Caroline.

I hope you always cherish and love your friends the way you cherish and love Caroline. Best friends are special and can last a lifetime.

At 5 years old, you asked for a phone.

We were teaching you how to dial your phone number, and you kindly asked when you could have your own phone. It was nice, but the answer is still no.

At 5 years old, you began to ask why others are different.

This is the age where you are recognizing the differences in your friends. Just recently, you asked me why all your friends are losing their teeth and you are not. Just remember, when it is your time, it will happen. Life is full of surprises! Don't try and figure them out.

At 5 years old, you enjoyed doing homework in the summer.

I love to see your face light up when you write your letters, and put the sounds together to make a word. May learning always make you feel this confident!

At 5 years old, you received your first American Girl doll from Nana.

You picked Rebecca Rubin, because she looked just like you.

At 5 years old, we celebrated!

This was the year we arranged a party for the first time outside the house. It was so wonderful to see you share the excitement of your birthday with all your friends!

At 5 years old, we are so proud of the little girl you are growing up to be!