One more year until Double Digits... oh my!

 Ellison just turned 9!  I am not sure where the time has gone and how we got here, but here we are.  At nine, Ellison is a compassionate, artistic, and funny child.  I would say that over the past year, she has become more self-confident, created wonderful friendships, and continued to impress us with her kind heart.

This year, Ellison did not want a big party.  She just had a few girlfriends over to the beach.  While "chaperoning", I was struck by how lucky she is to be turning "9" and be surrounded by so many awesome friends.

So at age 9, Ellison still loves tacos, turkey subs, and hummus.  She has expanded though from Subway to Jersey Mikes... thank goodness.  This past year, a few highlights:

• Art was displayed at the Winter Park Art Festival
• T-shirt design was selected for the Green Team Shirt and member of Green Team
• Volunteer mentor in the UCF Childhood Shyness program
• Raised funds to save Tigers
• Top 3 fundraiser in Third Grade for the Be a Chief Fundraiser
• Top 3 fundraiser in Third Grade for Jump for Hoops Heart Fundraiser

We are very proud of our girl.  Not only does she impress us with her accomplishments, but she blows us over with her kindness.  We love you Ellison!