10 years

My beautiful Marin is 10 years old.  I can remember the day so clearly that we brought her home.  Lots of tears, hugs and mixed emotions on that day.  I was so excited to get her home that I put her in the car seat the wrong way.  Off to a great start as a new mom.  She and I have become so close these last few months and I am so grateful to have her in my life.  She really wanted to have a friend birthday party again, against my better judgement.  She loves her friends and was really looking forward to it.  There were a few hitches in the night but I reminded Marin that too many personalities in one room can sometimes be hard. Dad showed up with a turtle and she promptly named it Dribble.  I don't mind the turtle, it is quiet and can't run away from you unlike the blasted dog! Next year Marin has decided she will invite a few friends to do something a little more special for her birthday.