In Case They Ever Wonder

Sophie had one of her most perfect days on her 8th birthday, and I loved that we were able to give her a dream-come-true day! She woke up to a birthday breakfast, but without our typical doughnuts because we were headed straight for the Franklin Farmer's Market. We showered her with art supplies and an Ariel birthday sign, and she was thrilled about all of them!  At the Farmer's Market, Sophie roamed around like the gypsy she is, thrilled to have $10 (instead of her usual $5) to spend! You can't imagine how much Sophie can buy with $10 at the Farmer's Market! When honey sticks are going for a quarter, that can make for a long day! It was hotter than blue blazes, and we'd brought Aunt Tori, Uncle Derek, Aunt Hope, and Zoe, so over half our crew had to head inside The Factory before Soph had finished her shopping, but not before we all enjoyed treats and lunch from Biscuit Love!  After the Farmer's Market, we all head to Honey's, a new candy ...

This post is inspired by the book The Birthday Questions  by Jeff Anderson. We may begin the tradition of asking these questions on the first day of school rather than on birthdays because all the kids really want to be asked on the same day, but for now, here are Sophie's answers on her 8th birthday. What is your name: Sophia Paige Roden How old are you?: 8 When is your birthday?: The day I was born. :) July 7, 2004 What is your favorite color?: It changes every year. This year it is turquoise blue. Do you like boys? No Do you have a boyfriend?: No Who do you want to marry when you grow up?: Mr. Nobody Who is your best friend?: Jack McClanahan What do you want to be when you grow up?: a nurse and a teacher What is your favorite sport?: tennis What is your favorite tv show?: Arthur What is your favorite movie?: Brave Who is your favorite singer?: I don't have one. What is your favorite song?: I don't have just one, but one of my favorites is Rol...