Your Love of Soccer

Your love and dedication for soccer amazes us!  You NEVER complain about going to practice in the heat, rain or snow and give it your all at every game.   This year your team voted you captain and I can't think of anyone more deserving.  You send inspirational texts to the team (win or lose) and help motivate your teammates when you see someone who might be struggling or having a hard day.  Soccer has taught you so many lessons over the years - perseverance, teamwork, confidence and never give up!    We are so proud of you #51

Halloween Fun 2023

 
Halloween is always one of your favorite days - you love to dress up and start thinking about what you are going to be weeks in advance.  This years outfit:  Preppy Cowgirl  & Soccer Ref!    From dressing up at soccer to pumpkin carving to trick or treating you have fun with it all.   This year you went tick or treating with Maddie (AKA Freddy Kruger) in our neighborhood for HOURS while the parents stayed warm inside drinking wine!  I am pretty sure plan to trick or treat until you are 18  . . . why not . . .free candy!

Murphy Sissy Snuggles

You and Murphy are quite the pair.  You love to snuggle but of course Murphy has no sense of personal space - he likes to sit right on top of you!  If I am being honest you both get a little jealous of each other (HA)!  Here are a few photos that make me smile - Two Peas in a Pod!

CMMS Volleyball

Middle School brings lots of sports opportunities outside of soccer, first up intermural volleyball!  It was so fun to watch you try something new and realize you love it (and your pretty good at it).  You met a great group of girls and you guys won most of your games but most importantly you had a blast. Go CMMS Falcons!

First day of 6th Grade - Cougar Mountain Middle School

 

Today is your first day of 6th grade at Cougar Mountain Middle School.  You have had all of the feelings the last few weeks -  excited, nervous you won't get your locker open, get lost trying to find your classes and  . . . but mostly you excited and ready!  

We are excited for your next adventure -  we know you will do GREAT!

Camp Sambica H2O Camp

 

I am pretty sure you would go to camp every day if you could - it is your most favorite thing to do in the summer.  Sambica H2O camp was a big hit again this year.   You went with a few girls from your soccer team, met quite a few new friends and had a blast.  From your stories, I think the banana boat, ropes course, inflatables on the water, high dive and gaga-ball were your favorites!

Happy 12th Birthday!

Happy 12th Birthday!  Today was a big day, not only is it your birthday but you got your first cell phone.  You were shocked, excited and a wee nervous all at the same time.  It was so fun to surprise you with such a big gift - one you have been wanting for a very long time.  

After gifts we packed up and spent the afternoon at the zoo - this is a birthday tradition we started years ago that you still love. Followed by birthday froyo at your favorite spot in Issaquah.  I love your love for traditions! 

The birthday fun continued over the weekend with a paddle boarding/beach day with some of your closest soccer friends.  You guys spent hours paddling and jumping and and off the boards.  We headed home for birthday cake and backyard soccer of course (with Murphy).   You are one lucky girl to have so many great friends to help you celebrate. 

We love you - Happy Birthday to you!

Note:  At your annual check up you were just under 5' 7" (99%) !!!