Even though she has been so excited about her birthday, Madeleine was so exhausted after her sleepover party that she slept in this morning. In fact, I had to wake her up so she'd have time to get ready for school.
Things were off to a slow start, and Madeleine proved that age is just a number as she sat on her bed with one pajama leg off, methodically picking her nose.
ME: Come on, honey, get dressed!
A few moments later, I guess she had a change of heart, because before I knew it, Madeleine appeared buck naked in the dining room with an urgent announcement.
MADELEINE: Mommy. For being eight, one thing feels different.
ME: Mmm-hmm? What?
MADELEINE: You *might* be ASTONISHED.
ME: Okay. What?
MADELEINE: (bristling with anticipation of her impending astonishing announcement) I don't feel like picking my nose!
ME: Great. Can you go get dressed?
After she was finally dressed, Madeleine got to open a bunch of birthday presents, including an outfit from Auntie Shannon, Lego Friends from Auntie Caitlyn and Uncle Chad, a puzzle from Nana and Gramps, "Faerie Tale Theater" DVDs from Yiayia, an American Girl gymnastics from me, and some Ever After High dolls from her sister. Julia also included another gift, a special set of stories to whet the thirst Madeleine has had for scary tales ever since reading "The Tell-Tale Heart."
Wow! Julia managed to dig up the writing of Edgar Allen Poe's descendant, Julia Poe! This is sure to be a totally twisted set of tales! Can't wait to dig into them myself!
HAPPY 8TH BIRTHDAY MADELEINE!!!!!!!!!!
Aw, I am so happy she had such a GREATBirthday! You can see the excitement on her face, even without much sleep! She got some fantastic presents. I hope she enjoys them! XO, Happy Birthday to my special Granddaughter!
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