seventeen

Yesterday was Bri’s seventeenth birthday. It’s hard to believe my girl is growing up so fast!

Delaney wanted in on the action and was a good helper!

Bri opened her presents before school. That’s one sure fire way to get her up and around in the morning!!

Then on the night of her birthday, we went to the Christmas parade.

It was pretty much the same parade as last year. Except this year Bri actually showed up for the parade!! You may remember that she was a no-show at last year’s parade.

It was really cold so the kids pretty much stayed in the back of the van for the duration.

Happy birthday, beautiful girl!

We were so excited to see my uncle Craig, cousin Ashley and her twin boys, Boston and Brody!

We waited in a super long line to see Santa after the parade. Delaney was anxious to tell him her Christmas list. However, when we finally made it to the front, she freaked out and refused to sit on his lap. I’m not surprised. Just disappointed that I missed my free Santa photo opportunity.

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In other news, we’re still having a blast with Dexter. Every morning I report to my kids at school about where Dexter was hanging out. A couple of kids in my class have an elf of their own. And I’m seriously considering an elf at school.

Dexter, Day 6:

Dexter, Day 7:

Dexter, Day 8:

Dexter, Day 9: