Still playing catch-up here! :)
It is so incredibly hard to believe that this eldest child of mine is 14 years old. Where on Earth is the time going? We celebrated with close family and friends on Christmas night with our traditional ham and 6 cheese scalloped potatoes. I took a bunch of pictures, and when I was going back through all of them, I had to do a double take because so many of them were like looking at a snapshot of myself. It is just crazy! This is actually a photo taken on New Year's Eve as she headed out to her first church dance. It was a FABULOUS picture so I picked it! I am anxious to see what this year brings for her.
The following are excerpts from Facebook posts that pretty much sum up what I was feeling, and some sweet messages from others. I thought these would be cool to look back on later. She is an amazing girl. I am so proud of her!
Lori J. Simpson I can hardly believe my first born child is 14 years old today. They brought her out to me in a giant red stocking. My life changed forever. I love the charming talented you lady you have become Marissa! xoxo
Judi Crews Vrieling Merry Christmas to the Simpson family, and Happy Birthday to Miss Marissa!
Kevin Scott Kornegay OMG!!! She is 14 ? WOW!!! Please tell her Happy Birthday from the kids and i, also Merry Christmas!!!
Lori J. Simpson She looked so beautiful tonight in her little knit beret hat and sweater dress. She made me so proud as she interacted and entertained friends and family here for her birthday. She is truly a blessing sent from heaven and I'm one proud Mama. :)
William Holland Tell her Uncle Bill said I love her and a happy birthday.... See you all soon....
Michael Addenbrooke Halle A big happy birthday to one remarkable young lady!
Michelle Anderson Happy birthday Marissa!! I hope your day was special. :)
