Yesterday my little girl turned 12.

As our usual style, it was more than just a day. Part of her birthday celebration began at the start of this month when she went with her friend Miranda to see Gwen Stefani and Black Eyed Peas in concert. She really enjoyed herself. They got to ride the Metro in DC, and go to the concert in Virginia; Laura felt all grown up. Miranda also dyed Laura’s hair red.

The birthday spirit continued on with a nice lunch out and having a sleepover with her friend Shelby last night.

Today, being Thanksgiving (Laura was born on Thanksgiving Day, 1993), Laura got to celebrate her birthday with family. She came home with a lotta loot and dreams of shopping tomorrow, “Black Friday”

Her Aunt Linda searched high and low for a Moose Track birthday cake, but, had to settle for one by the slice.

Miquel and Laura share in the birthday fun together.

Happy Birthday, my sweet princess! Love you!

Laura will finish her celebration with a pajama party with her friends the beginning of December.