Emily is *8*!

It is hard to believe that 8 years ago today, Emily came into our lives. We had no idea what a crazy journey she would take us on! Our experiences with her has helped us grow closer to our Savior, our family, and friends in more ways then we could have ever imagined! We are so grateful for every single moment :)

Here are 8 reasons why we LOVE Emily! How can we stop at 8?!

1. You were blessed to come to this earth with stubbornness and determination to fight through your challenges and WIN! These gifts have given you strength to do HARD things and endure your physical trials. You don't know what it means to give up!

2. You bring joy to everyone's day with your sweet smile and love for all those around you!

3. You love, love, love, to LEARN! You love to learn about your ancestors, famous people from the past, birds, dogs, why things work... You get the point!

"Let's look it up!" is a common thing to hear you say :)

4. You love to create things with paper, tape, glue, paper bags, fabric, etc. etc. We tell ourselves you are a designer in training! It helps me survive the chaos :)

5. You KNOW who you are! You have a testimony that you are a Child of God. You are always doing your best to choose the right and help us do it too!

6. You are a wonderful sister to Jac and Thomas! You love spending time with them laughing and being CRAZY!

7. You love animals and are always very kind and loving to them. Especially dogs of course!

8. You enjoy every moment of your life! You take time to "smell the flowers" and find excitement in everything you do!

Happy 8th birthday our sweet Emily! We love you and feel so blessed to have you in our family!!!!