Our youngest turned 14 today! Wow, another 12 months planning for this HUGE event, from the restaurant choice to the homemade meal, deciding the cake and the frosting, planning decorations and gifts, what to wear and what to bring for breakfast in bed. The discussion occurred often, changed her mind, details confirmed, changed slightly again, and finally made official.
But it just doesn't seem like she could be 14 already. I mean, look how she's snuggling her Christmas Bear while reading a few chapters of her book?
But her birthday came, despite my attempts to keep her young forever. Breakfast was hot tea in bed. The rest she wanted to make when she came downstairs. Waking her up with kisses reminded me of those sweet, soft cheeks 14 years ago.
Her restaurant meal was Texas Roadhouse. I think she ate an entire basket of rolls herself! The peanuts, on the other hand, were not served due to Covid. While that was disappointing, I appreciate the extra precaution to keep patrons safe.
The decorations included a Hello Kitty sign along with several balloons. My personal favorite was the balloon rocket ship where I drew my picture in one of the windows as an astronaut.
Her cake was made using a recipe as a guide, but adjusted as necessary for less sugar, less oil, less butter, and more of whatever she deems healthy (mainly the spices). It turned out pretty good! It was a pumpkin cake with pumpkin cream cheese icing.
Happy 14th Birthday!
