Jessica's Birthday Celebration

We all know this day will come, but it still catches you by surprise.  Today, Jessica turned 18 years old.  Yes, she's an adult, by legal terms.  She's all grown up.  It was also a snow day - she was so disappointed not to be at school with her friends on such a special birthday.  We made up for it, but taking her out to Qdoba for lunch, balloons, decorations  and having the birthday celebration.  

 At first she blew out the 18 candles on her Birthday cookie.  She left one burning - wonder who the "boyfriend" will be.

Blowing out the candles

 





She was very excited and (even better) had no idea what her presents were going to be.  Earlier in the day, Marissa and Mommy went shopping for the kids present to her.  She and I decided on a beautiful dress outfit (including a belt, necklace and earrings) to be from the kids.

First, Mommy and Daddy's present.  Jessica got a new camera (this is because the camera she got for Christmas a year ago, doesn't work).  She loves it - it is mint green Cannon.

After the delicious sharing of cookie cake - made of lime green frosting with bright pink writing, we took Jessica into the family room for the traditional "open present time"!

 Jessica got lots of mushy cards that say how special she is.  We all love and adore her.  She also is treated to a haircut make over at a time convenient to her…hopefully sometime soon.

Happy Birthday Jessica - We love you!