our artist in residence, our chief of creative play, our tender heart with those most sparkly brown eyes, is growing up.
afton started talking when she was ten months old. she could perfectly mimic words and sounds, inflections and intonations. she has the best voices. the best facial expressions. the best handstands and roundoffs and fashion sense. she is an amazing public speaker (though she hates it so). a burgeoning violinist. a straight-a student. the quietest, most hilarious girl you'll ever meet.
she loves scavenging and animals and shiny things and bold colors and quiet time.
and CANDY! most of all.
she's just starting out. just dipping her toes in the water. twelve is a tricky and exciting place to be. wading out into the water of the big, wide world. hoping it has room for the special magic you bring.
and afton is full of a really special magic that this big, wide world is lucky to have.
happy birthday, beauty! wade into the water. jump into the water. take it slow. or dive right in. just be sure to bring your magic with you.
