Sweet 16

Wow how time flies. Savanna has been counting down the days to her 16th birthday for a long time and it finally arrived. She was beyond excited. She had a fun day. I took her to breakfast at Kneader's before school. I met her at school and took her and a friend (Anna) to lunch at Cafe Rio. She wanted to wait to go out for her birthday dinner the next night when grandma and grandpa would be here, so I just went to Kneader's and picked up her favorite thing there -- the chicken salad croissant. She got to open her gifts, but had to wait a couple of days until we went to the mall for the rest of her things. One request which was on both her Christmas and birthday list was TOMS (shoes). Not wanting to pick them out and get the wrong ones, we went to the mall together and she got them, plus picked out new clothes. She also got a new straightener (which is wonderful for her hair!) and misc. other things she wanted. She didn't want a big party or anything, so just invited a few friends over later for cake and ice cream.
Savanna is a beautiful 16-year-old and has many great qualities. She is so responsible and trustworthy. When we give her a task or ask her to do something, she is always very willing and goes above and beyond to do it right. She is happy and exuberant and her laughter is contagious. She lives life to the fullest. She is humble and diligent. She worked hard recently to finish the requirements and earned her Young Womanhood medallion. We were very proud of her. She works hard to get good grades. She's always loved the color orange and it really reflects her personality. She's slightly obsessed with Kyle Korver and Justin Bieber and if she can't be found, is usually in her room dancing with her ipod. She loves music! She is such a great example for her two younger siblings. Kennedy wants to be just like her, and we tell her all the time that's a good thing! She is a good friend and a leader. She's always been independent.
We love you, Savanna. Thank you for adding so much joy and happiness to our home. Happy Sweet 16!!