Back in April, Lucy celebrated her 8th birthday. She wanted one thing for this birthday, and that was to get her ears pierced. I told her it would hurt. I told her that she would have to clean her ears three times a day for a month. But she was determined. So, I did something I haven't done in about 15 years. We went to the mall...
To Claire's specifically, where I used to buy toe rings and scrunchies. It was like traveling back in time.
Lucy wanted her cousin and best buddy, Larken, there to cheer her on.
As she waited in the chair, the nerves were getting real...
She boldly (and wisely) requested to have both ears pierced at the same time, to get it over with. She closed her eyes and held my hand...
...and DONE! No tears, just smiles!
For this birthday, Lucy requested a marine-life-themed birthday party. She loves science and wants to be a marine biologist one day, so I thought this idea was very fitting.
The birthday girl!
I usually don't go all out on my kids' birthday parties, but this is Lucy's love language. She is an extravert to the extreme and loves celebrations.
I made cupcakes from a box mix and icing from a can, but that's OK because it's all about the presentation!
Lucy's grandparents rented the most awesome water slide for her birthday party. We had it the whole weekend, so the kids played on it nonstop.
The kids also had a water balloon fight. Morgan may or may not have joined in.
Lucy, I can't believe you are 8 years old. You are so brilliant and have so much passion and empathy in your heart. If you decide not to become a marine biologist, I think you could be an activist or a party planner. You love roller coasters and scary movies. You are a deep thinker and ask amazing questions. You love your friends and family so fiercely. It has been a joy to watch you grow and learn! I love you so much. I hope this is a wonderful year for you!
An interview with Lucy at age 8...
What job do you want to have when you grow up? Marine biologist, duh.
What is your favorite book? Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
What is your favorite movie? The Deathly Hallows, Part 2 or Little Rascals
What is your favorite food? Steak and mashed potatoes
What are your favorite things to do? Read, learn, play, science experiments, play outside, climb trees
Who is someone famous you would like to meet? Emma Watson (who plays Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter movies)
Who are your best friends? Larken and Kailyn
What is your favorite ice cream flavor? Either cheesecake or birthday cake.
What are you scared of? Dead people walking out of their graves and pieces of crabs that are floating in the ocean (???)
How are you going to be a marine biologist if you're afraid of crab pieces? By the time I'm old enough to be a marine biologist, I'll probably have gotten over it.
What is something that you wish? I would wish for there to be no more racism.
What would your perfect day be like? Spending time with Larken, going to church, and going to a water park.
What are you interested in right now? Science experiments, Harry Potter, and soccer.
What do you like most about yourself? I love that I'm smart and that I love science.
