GIRLS!

Our girls keep us on our toes all of the time! I literally mean ALL OF THE TIME! KayDee is our emotional, moody teenager, Jenna is our drama queen, and Madisen is our stubborn witty little spitfire. It is amazing to me how different children's personalities turn out when they are raised the same way, by the same parents. I would have thought our girls would be more similar than they are. Nope! Each one is a blessing and a challenge in their own way. KD can be so much to deal with and yet so extremely helpful. Jenna drives us crazy sometimes with her "airheadedness" yet she is such a good child. Madisen is so loving and kind unless of course your name is Andrew Awtrey, and even then sometimes she is so nice so him.

As I look at other families who tell me how sorry they feel for us that we have 3 girls, I look at all of the blessings that come from my daughters. I have a special connection with our girls that I don't have with our boys. They are more emotional and understanding. When I don't feel good they instantly turn into little caregivers. I know as I grow older, our girls will always be there for me. That is not necessarily something you get from sons. Sons are special in their own way, mainly their strength. Girls are the nurturers, and are more intune with their surroundings. I love my girls so very much. I wanted to share some of my favorite pictures of our girls from the last couple of years.

 Madi wearing daddy's work clothes.

 Jenna dressed up like Cindy Lou Who for her Dr. Seuss birthday party. I take credit for her amazing hair!

 This is KayDee returning from Trek. Our YM/YW went on a Mormon reproduction of the pioneer treks out near Mosida. She was filthy, exhausted, and absolutely glowing.

 Girls Night Out! Attending the premiere of The Hunger Games: Catching Fire. This woman from a local radio station was dressed up as Effie. Yes, I am a super cool mom, and this is how we roll!

 Hanging out with some Chinese food at Fong's after Jenna's orchestra concert. These two are hilarious when they are actually getting along.

 Madi was on the floor doing the splits so KayDee had to try and show her up. As you can see...it was a very poor showing!

 Our little Honor Society lady! Boy, she is such a smarty! She is a great example for her younger siblings on how to do well in school.

We are sitting in the airport to fly to Arizona for Thanksgiving. She wanted me to take her picture with her boarding pass. LOL

 Yes, that is a picture of Madisen as underwear lady! She probably had 20 pairs of underwear on! It was absolutely hilarious!!

Madi getting a squeeze from Jenna before the Dr. Seuss party!

Madi and I playing Math Bingo with Reeses Pieces. She uses "math facts" to decide with number to put a candy on. What a great way to learn math; informative, fun, and yummy!

Here's to another 60 years with these three beauties!!