To give myself a pat on the back. I have done some pretty stupid things in my life, but I can say I did one thing right. DD turned 7 today. I am working my behind off trying to get the steaks seasoned and the cake is in the oven.

I began thinking about how great DD is and how she has adapted all of my good qualities and I have to say I am a very proud mom. She does great in school, she is a nurturer, she donates her toys to charity and she knows the value of helping others. She also knows if you want something you have to work for it, she has excelled in everyting she has tried because she does not accept failure.

Unfortunately, she did get a few of my bad traits, like refusing to clean her room, tripping on flat surfaces, and she has my sense of humor. But we love her anyway!

She really is a great kid. I hate seeing her grow up so fast, but it really is a pleasure to watch her turn into this little person.