Daddy's Girl

Dear Diary,
I love when Jeff takes the girls out for their own special date night.  Tonight Dad and Jessie had a special dinner at Asaka, then stopped by 31 for an ice cream treat.

8 Candles

Dear Diary,
Last week we celebrated Jessie Joy turning 8!  It was a fun filled day from start to finish.  She woke up bright eyed and ready to go.  She opened her gifts with family and off to school they went.  I picked up everyone a little early for a birthday lunch along the water at Ruby's.  Then friends and sisters, Mia and Ava came over for play and dinner at Buca.  Ginny, Gene, Grandma, Bruce and Grams also joined us for a big Italian feast and visit.  Jessie was thrilled!  She had her family and friends by her side, special treats and gifts, a new bike and yummy birthday cake.  We love our little black haired beauty, she is so sweet and funny.  Jessie is charming and loving and a very nurturing caretaker.  She is also independent and smart.  We love our Jessie Joy and wish her joy and happiness all year long!

Dad surprised us at Ruby's

Testing her new bike

Grams, Grandma and Bruce

Gene and Ginny

Van, Jessie, Jojo, Mia, Gigi and Ava

Ditch Day

Dear Diary,
Oops we did it again!  I checked Jessie out of school early to enjoy a nice lunch together.  We dined at her favorite restaurant, Asaka.  We talked about the upcoming Science Fair, her birthday and all things 2nd grade.  Love spending quality time with my little Joy.  I treasure these moments and will always make time for more in the future!