Mak is 15!

 

Our delightful firecracker turned 15 years old! 

Since we were at volleyball for most of the weekend, her birthday celebration was stretched over one week.  We started off with a cake.

Then on her actual birthday, she brought cupcakes to church for the young women's group.

She then opened gifts. She specifically wanted an iPhone, (which was crazy since her Android contract still had another year on it), but we allowed her to switch.  It was not the wisest thing to break the contract, but Makayla was super happy.

Then on Monday, we went as a family to Texas Roadhouse, for her birthday dinner.

Then on the following Friday, Makayla had a friend birthday party.  They mostly ate and hung out and had a good time.

Just for fun, I found some things Makayla made including the start of a bucket list and a creative Bugs Bunny artwork.  We sure love Makayla!  She brings lots of energy into our family.  We always tell her- "We are not a sports family." That means we do not want to give up Saturdays for soccer and additionally waste lots of time at practices.  But she really loves volleyball, and ties us up at crazy out of town tournaments up in Salt Lake and Heber, etc.  Oh well.  We will probably miss the chaos someday.  In addition to volleyball, Makayla is part of DECA, the NHJS, and active in her YW church group. Keep reaching new heights, sweet Makayla!!

Bonus from YW!