Learning to play an instrument, especially the violin š» is no easy feat for most, especially learning to play in unison with others. But after months of hard work and occasionally nudging Quinn to practice š , she did an exceptional job. She was a part of three solos and performed like a true musician. Iām so proud of Quinn, her classmates and fellow fourth graders from the neighboring schools. š¤
All the best,
Tanya
As I celebrate my eleventh “mommyversary,ā one would think that my strides are longer, but I actually find myself taking smaller steps as my ābabyā becomes a pre-adolescent.
Weāre both entering uncharted territory, and I want to make sure that Iām being a supportive mother who treads lightly as she explores the world no longer needing to hold my hand but knowing that Iām not too far behind to offer support and love.
Iām thankful for being her mom and celebrating Mother’s Day with her, my mom and husband (her dad).
Happy Mother’s Day to all of the moms, mothers to be, aunties, mother-like-figures, etc.
All the best,
Tanya
Sky was the limit as Quinn celebrated her first double digit birthday š„³! Thank you to family & friends who made it a special day for my sweet, energetic girl. š„° #birthday #birthdaygirl #skyzone #fun #family #party #birthdayparty #friends
Just about to get this party started! š„³#tenyearsold #birthday #birthdayfun #birthdayparty
Just a couple of days ago, my daughter asked me if I was sad that she would be double digits, and without giving it a second thought, I said, āno.ā But I will miss those moments from when she was younger as she continues to mature into a young woman. The moments are fleeting, so Iām grateful for them all.
All the best,
Tanya
Since my daughter was a toddler, weāve been dyeing eggs for Easter. But this year, my soon-to-be ten year old decided that she wanted to do something different: Easter egg cookie decorating!
We stumbled across a kit at Target that actually had her name, āQuinnā on the box, which was perfect. Though I did miss dyeing eggs this year, this was a fun activity that we both enjoyed.
All the best,
Tanya
Finally, I was able to reveal the spring break surprise that Iāve been holding onto for month! š Weāre taking Quinn and her bestie to their first Sixers game! šā¹š½āāļø Theyāre both excited and ready wearing their specially made shirts from the talented Bridgette Durham( photo credit too š)Thanks so much! š„° Excited for tons of game pics and videos and a victory against the Miami Heat! š¤š½š¤
More Spring Break activities for Quinn! š¤She and her bestie were ābowledā over with fun. Not to brag, but I got three strikes and one spare! Not bad for a person who doesnāt bowl often! š³ š
Though it was a little breezy today, it was a perfect way to start off my fourth graderās spring break. As an only child, Iām so glad her bestie was able to come too.
When I asked if they had a good time, Quinnās best friend responded, āYes! We havenāt stopped smiling since we got to the zoo!ā Now hearing that really made my day! š¤
All the best,
Tanya
Though it was sunny, the low this morning was 27 degrees Fahrenheit which felt nothing like the first day of spring! Eventually it got a bit warmer, which meant the line at Ritaās for a free water ice would seem never ending, and it was!
There was still a chill in the air with at least 40 to 50 people ahead of us. If it werenāt for my daughter being so excited, I probably would have left. So after a little over a half hour of waiting, we earned our first day of spring rewards. Quinn got Swedish Fish, and I got lemon as a surprise for my husband.
Happy first day of spring! Now if only we can have some consistent spring weather.
All the best,
Tanya
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