You guys, I can’t even believe I’m working on this post. Our sweet Ebby Lee turns FOURTEEN YEARS OLD this Easter Sunday. Since Friday Favorites are tomorrow, I’m dedicating today’s short and sweet post {I don’t need to embarrass her} to this girly of mine.
It’s true what they say about the days being long but the years being so very short. However, I’d say with older kids who are all in school even our days are flying by now. The thought of having just four and a half more years with Ebby Lee in our house before she leaves the nest makes my heart hurt. So I’m really trying NOT to think about it while simultaneously trying to make the most out of each and every day.
Ebby Lee’s arrival absolutely rocked our world. When I get asked about what number of kids was the hardest transition…1-2, 2-3, etc. I ALWAYS say, “0-1”. Tab and I were used to going to bed when we were tired, sleeping ALL night, and not being on anyone else’s schedule. That ALL changed when this precious girl entered the world. And we’re so glad it did by the way! {It just took us a minute to adjust!}
She’s sweet, super responsible, caring, kind, very loyal, loves Jesus, loves her friends, and is growing up right before my very eyes. She’s found a new love of all things organization, still loves those Cincinnati Bengals, is so excited about cheering in high school, and has begun to “borrow” many of my things.
What’s that saying about teenage daughters being like a broke best friend who thinks you’re rich? Well, I’d say fourteen-year-olds are right in the thick of that. 😉
It’s such an honor to get to be her mom and to have the privilege of seeing all that God has in store for her life right here in my front row seat. I know she’s gonna do great things and I’m praying year FOURTEEN is her best one yet!
Tab and I are chauffeuring ten girls to dinner out tomorrow night and then ending with cake at our house to celebrate. It’s gonna be FUN {and loud-ha!}!
We love you big, Ebby Lee!
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Awwww! Happy Birthday, Ebby Lee!!!!! Good heavens, 14 years gone in the blink of an eye.
A BLINK!!
Can’t believe she’s almost 14!! Happy birthday Ebby Lee!!
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Happy birthday, Ebby Lee!
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Happy Birthday Ebby Lee!!! Have a fabulous day!
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Oh Ebby Lee! We love you so much!!! You are such a JOY!
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Happy birthday Ebby Lee. I so relate to the growing up too fast. My first baby is finishing his sophomore year and my heart aches ❤️❤️ so bittersweet
Absolutely bitter sweet! So excited to see the beautiful girl she’s become but time, please stop.
Happy early Birthday Ebby Lee. Enjoy your special day
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Happy Birthday to beautiful Ebby Lee! My oldest daughter is turning 18 in June and graduating high school in June and will off to college in the fall.. she’s soo ready and I’m a puddle of emotions. It truly goes by in the blink of an eye.. enjoy every moment of the next four and a half years you have her at home. Right now the best sound in the world is the sound of the garage door opening at night meaning she’s home safe. Hang on tight, mama.
Oh AMY!! YES, I can only imagine! I’ll be thinking of you this summer!
Oh this got my heart. My oldest daughter is in her first year at Auburn University. The adjustment of her being out of the house was TOUGH. But so exciting to see them going and doing all the things. And then the time to spend with my youngest and hubby has been a silver lining for sure. You are so right to soak in these moments with her!❤️
Oh Amy! How FUN but I can only imagine how TOUGH!
Lots to be proud of in your sweet girl! Sad to tell you mama, she is starting her 15th year😩 She has already completed 14 years❤️
Hahaha! Stop it, Mara! I’m not ready!
“What’s that saying about teenage daughters being like a broke best friend who thinks you’re rich?”
Love this! I have an almost 14 year old and so very true. Having a teenage daughter can be so much fun, so challenging, so exasperating but amazing in so many different ways. I love all your posts about your kids, your love for your kids is very obvious in how you write about them and what they mean to you. Your kids are lucky to have you as their mom.
Thank you, Maria! Your kind words mean a lot.