Where is that little girl I carried, where is that little girl at play, I don't remember getting older when did they......(whoops, waxing a little Fiddler on the Roof) But really, time goes faster and faster and Katelyn turned sixteen.
One of our birthday traditions involves going around the table so everyone can tell what they love about the "birthday boy or girl". I thought it was interesting that besides the fact that Katelyn is so kind, everyone loves that Katelyn is so authentic. We all love that Katelyn is comfortable being Katelyn and because of that we all feel comfortable being around Katelyn. At a very young age, Katelyn knew who Katelyn was and because Katelyn doesn't seem to have much teenage angst figuring out who she is, she has a lot more time to focus on others...we all wish we were more like her...comfortable in our own skin.
The dreaded restaurant singing of "Happy Birthday"---our waiter was Zac and Karsten's friend, so along with good service and good food came the singing waiters.
Well boys, she can date and drive now, but beware, you date Katelyn and you have to deal with the "brotherhood."
Dinner with Dad followed by a little birthday shopping--was it a coincidence that she chose The Cheesecake Factory which sits right between Nordstrom and Dillards--hmmmm! No Sixteenth Birthday is complete without a little Neil Sedaka!
6 comments:
katelyn really has always seemed so sure of herself. even though i'm older than her i definitely look up to her :) and that picture of her back when she was probably going to kindergarten is adorable!
I love Katelyn because she is so kind, and genuine, and creates so much beauty.
You said beautifully what I was trying to say in the middle of the night before Katelyn's b-day on my blog.
Since I missed the yummy Olive Garden dinner for Kate, I will go now too.
I love Katelyn because she is great with kids and she always so chill.
I LOVE the new jean jacket. What a heart breaker!
Thanks everyone! I love you guys. It was definitely a good birthday :)
Happy Birthday, Katelyn! When Heather and Jessica aren't around, I forget how surrounded by boys she really is! Looks like a great birthday!
In the first pic it brought back memories of your steps!! and your Japanese Maple by your front door!!! sleep overs Zazu and freezies :)
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