Jackie has wanted to get her ears pierced for a few years now. We decided that 10 was a good age, so the day finally came. She was able to get her ears pierced on her actual birthday. She was nervous, as you can see in her face, but excited at the same time. Luckily, they had two ladies do it, so it was a one time deal. She said it hurt for a bit, but it wasn't as bad as she thought it would.
This picture does not do the earrings justice. She chose the largest studs they had. They are shiny and she loves them.
We also went out to lunch on her birthday, Grandma & Grandpa took us all out to the Hickory. Great Grandma and Grandpa Jensen joined us as well, which was a fun treat. Brea and Alyssa talked with Grandpa and colored pictures for him, they really enjoyed sitting next to him.
When it was time to go Alyssa and Brea insisted on pushing Grandpa. They got their wish, with a slight assistance from Mom on the corners.
This was Jackies friend party. They had a great time and were very well mannered. They played lots of games, made crafts, had cake and ice cream, ate doughnuts off a string, and found a memorable treasure hunt put on by Dad. She has good friends and it was fun to celebrate with them.
Jackie posing in front of her cake while Sophia pretends to snitch. These two have been friends since Kindergarten. They don't get to see each other as much this year because Jackie is home schooled, but they have a great time when they do get together.
Jackie actually celebrated her 10th birthday 3 times this year - lucky girl eh. We were in Idaho for Thanksgiving, which is when her birthday was. We celebrated at home before we left, because Dad and Dallin were coming to Idaho later and wouldn't be there for her birthday. She got to go out to Tucanos (if you don't know they give you a free meal on your birthday - awesome!). Then we had cake and ice cream and presents at home.
A new winter coat and fun winter hat, she is set for the cold and snow that have come.
Alyssa helps Dad make Jackies cake, precious!
The birthday dinner and cake for the special girl.
Everyone helped add sprinkles, candles, and a few toys to decorate her cake.
Jackie is a sweet girl that tries hard to do what is right. She is a smart girl and can figure things out fast. She has done great in home school this year and has enjoyed it very much . She started piano and picked it right up. She as been doing Violin before this year, so she had a good base of music knowledge and is enjoying learning new things on the piano. She feels grown up having in ears pierced now and likes to wear necklaces and bracelets especially to church. She refuses to let me do her hair, ever (which I guess is a good thing, but it is hard to let my little girl grow up). She is a big help around home, unloading the dishwasher daily, staying with Brea when I run Dallin to scouts and playing with Alyssa during her "recess" time at home school. I have to mention that she also has a young crush with a kid that is also home schooled. They both go to a once a week home school academy together and make it a point to sit by each other and be in the same group. We are so happy to have Jackie in our home, she is an amazing girl and I know she will be able to accomplish amazing things.
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