Last Preteen Birthday

 Oh man - the last preteen birthday. It was an all-Natalie day.

Wishes from her sidekick.

Donut for breakfast.

So many thoughtful presents from near and far.

Feta-crusted salmon, grilled pineapple, and roasted carrots and parsnips.

Peach bread pudding.

Playing with new toys after dinner and watching the newly-debuted video of her school's spring cabaret. She played a duet of Green Day's "Field of Broken Dreams."

Upon going to bed she said, "The care and generosity and consideration I received today, it was earthly perfect." Thanks to all who made it so.

First Swim!