At 12

Megan is 12 today. Be still my heart.

When she is tickled she laughs incredibly loud. Like 150 decibel loud.

A few months ago she decided to work on bettering her relationship with her siblings. To that end she goes into each of their rooms every night, gives them a hug, and tells them that she loves them.

She can hear a song one time and remember almost all of the lyrics. However she can't remember anyones name to save her life.

She gets car sick.

She loves to swim and is a natural in the water.

She would watch T.V. all day if we allowed it.

I have the kids read every night before bed, but most of the time Megan can be found writing or drawing instead.

She is a major bed time staller. Getting up multiple times for a drink and to use the bathroom.

She can still get by on small amounts of sleep, but I have noticed she has been sleeping in a bit later in the mornings (after all the teenage years are almost among us!).

Her favorite color is purple.

Her favorite singer is Taylor Swift.

She has become private about her room. Always keeping her door shut when she is not in it.

She continues to be orally fixated and hence chews a lot of gum.

She has a lot to say. She tells us lots of things about her day, her opinions, her favorite T.V. shows, etc.

She takes on a lot of responsibility around the house. Especially babysitting and cleaning.

She gets along with everybody.

She has a really great sense of humor and is quick witted.

She desperately wants a dog but her parents are committed to being pet free.

She is a music lover and always has her IPOD nearby.

She has an independent soul and will make her own way in the world.

Happy 12th Birthday Megan!