Olivia Ruth

Not sure how we got here so fast.... my little girl and I 💕

Olivia Ruth

This may very well be my favorite picture of Olivia Ruth to date.  This captures HER personality so well.  I absolutely love this girl and her laugh is always so contagious. Thumbing through my photos I stumbled upon this photo of her - and it just makes me smile!

Volleyball for Olivia

Olivia is playing her first team sport through her school!  It's been so much fun for her to wear her Titan uniform and play with her classmates!  Their team unity and spirit is amazing!  It's fun to watch!  It's going to be a great season of volleyball for Olivia!

Happy 9th Birthday, Olivia Ruth

How did 9 years go by so quickly?!?
She is a young lady now!  A smart, loyal, fun-loving, generous, brave, kind, confident (finally!) and beautiful girl!
Everyone who come across Olivia (teachers, neighbors, other parents, coaches, ect ) always comment on her sweetness & well mannered behavior.  She seems to ALWAYS do the right thing - even when no one is looking! She has a strong character and makes us super proud!
July 1, 2008 will always be remembered as the happiest day of my life.....the day I welcomed Olivia Ruth into my life and became a mother 💝.  She truly makes life so much more fun.

Our relationship is ever changing.  I see her less as a little kid and more as a companion in the house.  As a stay at home mom I rely on her for so much - help with her siblings, and most importantly I rely on her company!  She makes me laugh all the time and she is quick to calm me down if she sees me losing my cool.  I find myself missing her when she is off with her friends during the day! She truly is my friend.  I enjoy her company so much!  And she loves hearing stories - it's fun to have someone so interested in my life and recalling my own childhood memories with her has become a favorite pastime!
Olivia Ruth, I know I am probably the hardest on you than all the other kids.  I'm sorry for that.  Being the oldest always has the most perks - but sometimes I take advantage of your responsibleness.  I have come so used to your helping hand!  You are definitely the captain of our family team!  I am thankful for you!!!!  And grateful for all your help as the oldest of four!
I love you so much!
I am always here for you!
Always!
Love, mom