She picked out a puppy in June, and he was probably the sweetest guy in the litter to begin with, but he's only gotten sweeter and more obedient because she gives him such loving attention. She has such a way with animals. He just adores her and he's such a fun puppy because of his sweet disposition. I love that he's very rowdy but if you just say "gentle" he gives you a little look, then puts his teeth away. He wants to be good for you.
She's been so lucky this fall to have a great volleyball team. Almost all the girls have been so positive and so encouraging to each other. Bella is "Miss Encouraging" always on her team, and I love that maybe it's rubbing off. She makes it ok to smile and shake off mistakes and go after the ball, even when there's little chance of touching it. Yesterday, she got the game winning serving in a very tight match. It's so awesome when all that hard work pays off and you see that giant smile and 12 girls jumping up and down cheering.
This weekend she's doing a campout with a youth group where she hardly knows anyone. I know she is nervous, but she bravely said "YES!" when the opportunity came up. It's going to be cold, she might have to hike a lot more than she likes, but there will be campfires and s'mores and hopefully new friends. I'm so proud of her for bring brave enough to jump in the deep end.
She's wanted to play guitar forever and is finally getting the chance - her volleyball coach is her amazing guitars teacher and she loves it. It's so good to hear her playing music again. And I have to add, I think she's pretty good for someone who just barely started.
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