Karis' 13th birthday!

For Karis' 13th birthday, she wanted to go horseback riding again like she did on her 9th birthday.  She has always loved horses and doesn't get to be around them much so it is always a treat!

After horseback riding, we took her to hibachi (her request) and gave her a special gift we had planned for her.  We got her a promise ring similar to the gift my parents gave me when I turned 14.  We got her a silver ring that is a reminder of her promise to save herself for her husband and to give this ring to him on their wedding day as a symbol of her purity.  

That night we also celebrated my dad's birthday, Timmy's birthday and Matt's birthday with the family.

Karis' 13 year pics....

So 13 is such a special milestone and I wanted to take some pics so I can remember these priceless days.  I took her across the street and snapped a few of our precious girl.  She is beautiful, but her heart is the sweetest of all.

Karis' bday

For Karis' bday we went  on a few days vacation to the coast to celebrate with some friends!  We had a great time of celebration, exploring, visiting historical sites, playing games etc.

Last day to be 11!

The place we stayed was an amazing house with a heated pool.  We had a blast!

Love this dear friend so much!

Lots of Mexican train....