Sunday, April 1, 2012

Guess What Time It Is?!

That's right- it's time for the April A-Z Challenge AND yet ANOTHER birthday!

So my A is for April Fool's Day- which is Deanie's birthday!

Today, Deanie turns 25 years old! That means she's a quarter of a century old! And we won't even discuss what that means about my age.

Deanie is our second born. The child who wants everyone to get along and be happy. The one who worries when one or more of us are not getting along or are unhappy. The singer. The dancer. The happy-go-lucky beauty who loves life and everyone in it.
 
When she was in kindergarten she cheered for a peewee football team. After their first cheer their first night at a game, the parents applauded, of course because that's why we were there- for the cheerleaders. Deanie looked at all of us, smiled and began bowing and blowing us kisses. Oh yeah, she’s something. 

She is our lovely that used to get homesick everywhere she went. Seriously. All the way through high school and a little in college. I'm sure it was because we were such awesome parents. (hahahahahaha...sorry, cracked myself up there). 

Deanie is quite smart (GT and all honors and AP...) and talented (dance major at School of the Arts, competition dance, color guard, chorus, Ladies Honors Chorus...). But what she thrives on is her social life. It's always been that way for her. There's nothing better than an event with a huge crowd as far as Deanie is concerned. Whenever she went anywhere we always joked that it was Deanie and 50 of her closest friends.  

Deanie is our talker. She can talk you to DEATH. When she was in kindergarten her teacher (absolutely sweetest thing) chatted with me one day..."I don't know what to do. I put her in timeout for talking and she just yells across the room!" And she did this kind of thing all through school. But NEVER got into trouble for it because every single teacher she ever had just loved her.
When you need some help, Deanie is the first one to jump and say, "I'll do it!" And she does it sincerely. She will give anyone anything they want if she is in possession of it or can get it. You can rarely catch her without a smile on her face. She is kind and generous almost to a fault. And always without expectation of a return. Always. 

Deanie is our fashionista. And this has been the case since the child was born! She loves all things stylish and pretty. She loves DIY ideas and is talented and capable to carry them out. She thinks her family is the greatest ever and her BFFs are her sisters and ME! She adores shopping and doesn't care so much about the cost if it's something she really wants. Which makes it a good thing she landed that really good job as an interior designer. She thinks it is just the greatest thing that her birthstone is diamond-especially canary diamonds as yellow is her favorite color. Yes, she loves shiny things too. 

She's not afraid to put herself out there nor to try new things. Which is good and bad. Like Breezy's wedding. Deanie decided to dye her hair a dark brunette color. In all the family pictures we have our blonde daughters. Except Deanie. Whose hair was not it's natural blonde color. But all is forgiven because, to this very day, she calls her mother daily. Every. Single. Day. At least once. :)

Deanie's taste in music is so diverse it was difficult to decide on a song to go with her birthday slideshow. So I chose one that I think she will appreciate. It's perfect for the way our lovely Deanie views the world.



Happy Birthday Sweetie! We love you!

32 comments:

  1. Happy Birthday Deanie :)
    Have a fantastic Day Pam!

    Eva

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  2. I want my daughter to meet Deanie. Oh, me too! They'd get along perfectly. She sounds like a wonderful person to have around. Happy Birthday to her.

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  3. I have been lucky to have taught all 4 of your girls and can say you and Sandy have raised unique, talented, and loving young women.

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  4. Wow great pictures Mom! Happy Birthday to Deanie!!

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  5. Mary- Thanks so much!

    Eva- Thank you! Wish she was here to celebrate!

    danne-She really is a wonderful person to be around. Just spreads sunshine everywhere! And she'd love to meet your daughter!

    Suzanne- They are all lucky to have had you! You blessed each and every one of us and continue to do so. I'm happy AND sad about your move to CA. Happy for you, sad for us! Love you!

    MC-Thanks so much!

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  6. What a great way to begin "the challenge"! Such an effervescent spirit...congrats to BOTH of you!...:)JP

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  7. Happy birthday to Deanie! I was excited to see you too are doing the challenge! Good Luck and I will be back tomorrow! :)

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  8. Great way to kick off the Challenge! Happy Birthday to Deanie! You know what they say about apples and trees...I'm thinking she's fallen pretty close :)

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  9. Corner- She's a great girl! We sure do miss her now that she's in DC but she comes home a lot!

    MM- I'm glad you're doing the challenge too! I'll bet you're posting sunshine and happiness all month long!

    Stephanie- Now that's just too sweet! But true. LOL Thanks!

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  10. Happy birthday Deanie! Oh mum , you are special! What a loving tribute to your gorgeous daughter. I thought it was very moving . The song was just right and stunning photoes. What a truly beautiful young woman she has become. We are so blessed with our daughters my friend .

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  11. Diane-Thank you! She hasn't seen it yet but will call me when she does. I hope she likes it! You are so right- we are blessed with our daughters! Hugs!

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  12. Happy Birthday to Deanie! She has a beautiful smile. It must light up the room! You are truly blessed.

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  13. Happy Birthday Deanie! She sounds adorable and sweet!

    Glad to see another blogger I know is doing the challenge....looking forward to following your months posts!

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  14. Larua- She truly does light up a room! Thanks!

    Jen-She is! Awesome! Can't wait to read your daily posts all month too!

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  15. I love this tribute.The song in the video is great too. Deanie sounds like a great person and friend to have.
    Happy Birthday to her!

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  16. She sounds so much like my 24 year old! Thanks for sharing'1

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  17. Debby- Thanks!

    Betty- She's a keeper. LOL Hope you're having fun with your visitors!

    Suzi-Then you must have an amazing 24 year old! LOL Daughters are the best!

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  18. this is my favorite post of the day! ;-) so sweet and thoughtful.. and can tell you are a proud mamma. I look forward to reading more from you!

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  19. What a sweet post! You seem to be very proud, and rightly so :)

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  20. AIN-Thanks so much! She saw it and loved it! It's hard when they are living away on their birthdays!

    Maren-Thanks! I am!

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  21. So sweet! Happy Birthday, Deanie!

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  22. Oh what a wonderful tribute to your daughter...she sounds like a fun loving individual. I laughed when you made the comment about how she could talk you to death. I say the same about my son!
    You are one proud mama!

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  23. Kelly- Thanks! Glad your little one enjoy her first time out with soccer!

    Tracy-She is fun loving! The talking has never stopped. NEVER. :)

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  24. I'm an empty nester too!

    Happy birthday, Deanie. Hope your fun day last all week long! Good post, Mom, and thanks for visiting my blog.

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  25. Love this tribute to your daughter. Happy Birthday Deanie!

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  26. She's gorgeous! She looks so happy and full of life. Wishing her all of the best. We just celebrated D3's birthday today. Her real birthday is actually tomorrow. Our lovelies are... well, uh... LOVELY! Someone else you know has a birthday this week. Regretfully, she isn't 25 anymore. She's a dusty, old lovely. I feel 125 after a week of painting, sorting, cleaning, etc!

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  27. What a delightful young lady. I hope she had a wonderful birthday. Great start to the challenge, and good luck with the rest of the alphabet.

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  28. Happy Birthday to Deanie!! Here's to a wonderful year and all good things. Today is my nephew's b-day. He's 13 going on 35. ;)

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  29. First of all I find out you're dieting and writing about backsliding... then I find out you have a child born on April Fool's Day. Well GUESS WHAT. So do I! My oldest son, Angus, was born on April 1. I know, you're thinking I'm a weird stalker but it's true!

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  30. Your Deanie and my daughter2 sound like two peas in a pod : ) Happy Birthday to her a little bit late. I'm just now home from my trip and trying to catch up some and organize myself for the A-Z.

    Looking forward to your alphabet posts!

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