Tweens

Cosmetic rolls filled with goodies for birthday gifts

Bailey and Audrey 'working' on B's new table Bailey and Micah going for a ride on the 4wheeler

The person who came up with that term was genious, because by the time you fully understand them they have moved to the next stage-full blown teenager. I am amazed each day how much Bailey is growing, not only in size but in maturity.

Her sense of style has changed from simple to simple stated. She has begun to pick her friends based on similiar values and less on popularity. She is learning to speak up for herself at home and at school. Her logic has improved and she is mastering the art of negotiation. Aside from all the technical stuff, she is still spending her free time enjoying all the fun young girl stuff. Learning to ride her ripstick, learning to apply makeup and redecorating her room to match her style not mine. This weekend she had two birthdays for friends, we tried to come up with a 'tween' appropriate gift. Thanks to our new Sam Moon store at Heritage Trace the gifts were a success. Last weekend we took a trip to IKEA to pick up some items for Bailey's room. I think that Bailey and I could have filled up the truck, but we did get Bailey a great 6'long desk and some fun accessories. Next project, paint the room.

We are going to trade hot pink for bright orange and earthy greens and blues. I can't wait to get my paint brush out. Bailey wants to incorperate owls into her theme so the end results should be tween-tastic!