Isabella turning 8!

This year I have taken on many new challenges! Isabella has inspired me to start making homemade pickles and jams, (none of which she has ever tried from me nor the stores, but thought it was "neat"...) sewing quilts, making her birthday dress! It has been an experience to say the least! I have found it quite exciting and relaxing! Many people have asked me why, and I reply, 'Simply because Isabella has asked me how and why these things have stopped over time.' These are things everyone should know how to do. Since Isabella is getting older she has taught me that there is more out there than what a store can buy you! These activities have been a great bonding time for us! She even asked her Bestie Bai to come learn how to make marmalades! So we did it! It was exciting to see their faces light up from doing something so basic and easy! To be a 4H leader, to teach her and her peers how to do Arts & Crafts, I may not be the best at it but I try, and thats all that really matters according to her!
I simply can't believe my little girl is turning 8 years old in a week and a half! She has taught more than I could have ever imagined! I am so blessed for her and the things she has taught me in a mere 8yrs!