Eleven!

Avery turned 11 today. Somehow we feel like time has passed in the blink of an eye but also like we've been parents forever. I know that Bill and I both consider ourselves extremely lucky to have such a wonderful girl to show us the ropes of parenthood. She is growing into such a passionate, thoughtful, and caring person, and we like to pretend that we had something to do with it. In reality, though, Avery was born knowing who she is and what she believes. She stands up for what she thinks is right and she has an insatiable thirst for information and experiences. We can't wait to see what new, exciting adventures she'll find, and we hope she won't mind taking us along for the ride!