I usually post baby pics alongside current shots of the kids on their birthdays; however, I've been informed that when one is 16, one does not want a public display of one's baby photographs. So, part of my gift to Kelsey is honoring her wish.
My Sweet 16 daughter has grown so much in the past year. She's in a positive, happy place. Her grades are good. She's kind to those around her. She practices her saxophone without being told. She has a heart for social justice causes.
Kelsey really doesn't like the spotlight, and she begged us not to throw her a big, giant party. Again, we listened and allowed her to have a low-key day. Actually, her birthday celebration is being strung out over several days. I made her two favorite desserts: chocolate cream cheese pie, and poppyseed cake. She's not a big fan of birthday cake, so we put her 16 candles in the poppyseed cake when we sang Happy Birthday.
Kelsey added another ear cartilage piercing (she's up to four now) as part of her birthday activities. Tomorrow is her birthday dinner - we'll be enjoying chicken pockets. Saturday Baird's taking her to get a mouthpiece for her newly-acquired tenor saxophone. Next week, Baird, Kelsey and Erin will be going out for sushi. On February 16th, Kelsey, Charlie and Baird will be heading down to Jazz Showcase to hear live jazz featuring the saxophone. See? I wasn't kidding when I said this celebration is being strung out over several days!
Happy birthday, Kelsey! You're 16 and you're beautiful!
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