Samantha's a year older!

Samantha has been so excited for her birthday. She was a little disappointed that she had a meeting to attend that evening, but once she got home she was happy.

Patrick BBQed hamburgers. We also ate outside in the dark. We all enjoyed being outside, until the bugs started biting. Yuck! February is to early for bugs.

Samantha was excited open her homemade card from Grandma. All the kids love these and the check that comes inside (the dollar amount is the same as their age). I am glad my mom carried on this tradition from her mother.

Samantha had been looking forward to her birthday present for sometime. She really wanted a drum set & lessons. I wish that was in our budget along with building a sound proof room.

After Samantha's birthday celebration and Family Home Evening, Samantha was still waiting for her present. Craig and I told her that we were taking her to the store. We knew what we had in mind, but wanted her to pick out her choice. She wondered where we were going in the store. Craig led the way to the bike department. She had a difficult time choosing, but in the end picked this red & black bike.

Happy Birthday Samantha, We love you!