Emily is fifteen.
It's strange thinking that she's already been with us for a decade and a half. It's even stranger to think she only has 3 more years before she goes to college.
We've been trying to give her responsibility and privileges a bit at a time. We decided that this year, she is finally ready for a smart phone. She was so excited to finally be able to have the internet in her pocket.
She also got her learner's permit. That particular achievement is not pictured here, but just imagine her taking the wheel of an actual vehicle, her parents terrified on the one hand, but also very excited at the prospect of her being able to transport herself.
For her birthday, she requested a movie day with her bestie and an Oreo cheesecake with a brownie crust. Fairly simple requests that were easily granted.
Happy Birthday, Emily!
