Payton Ruth, 8 Year Old

We are now the proud parents of an eight year old daughter.  We celebrated Payton's important milestone with a pool party at Grandma Inge's.  In addition to the family, Payton got to invite 8 friends from school.  They weren't all able to make it, but keeping track of all 6 plus our kiddos was enough life guard duty for me!  The kids played in the pool for a while, then we had a pizza picnic lunch.  After some more swimming, we opened presents and had cake.  Payton helped me decorate her rainbow skittle number eight cake.

The party was a great time, and it was fun to see Payton in her element.  Here is a video of all of the fun.  Payton picked the Beyonce music in the background.

PR, we love you SO much! It's hard to believe you are already a 3rd grader and STILL the only girl!  You are sensitive, creative, emotional, and passionate about animals.  And most of the time, you use those qualities for good.  Every once in a while, those qualities create just a little bit of drama :).  We are proud of the young lady you are growing up to be, and we pray that you continue to be kind, smart, and a positive influence on the people around you.  We love you daughter, happy birthday.