Ireland is TWELVE!!!

I just love this girl so much! I don't play favorites, but I can say if I'm working on a DIY project, Ireland is happy to get dirty, hunt down a Phillip's AND a flathead screwdriver. She is also so much fun to take shopping because she is willing to try any style. Ireland often flies under the radar a bit but when she has something to say, even just a casual observation of the world around her, her commentary is both hilarious and deep. She's ready to take on responsibility both with her siblings as well as with her ageing grandparents. I have a feeling that with her work ethic and cheerful disposition, she will go far in this old life!

Per tradition, Ireland had pie since she is a Pi Baby

She also had a massive farm breakfast served to her in bed. I love that Brent added some strawberries to, ya know, make it a balanced meal. 

Her boyfriend brought over a gift. Those two are so funny. I really do think they are just really close friends who wanted the boyfriend/girlfriend box checked off so they agreed to do so. Nick is such a love- he'd come straight from Tae Kwon Do to bring her his present.

 As for OUR present, we got her all kitted out for her upcoming trip to Harry Potter world with Tim and Whitney. More on that later!