When reviewing what I wrote over the years about Samantha turning 7, turning 8, turning 9, etc, one thing has become very clear. Samantha's personality has not changed over the years, she is just being more of it. She is more spirited, more determined, more spunky than ever before. She also can be more loving, more funny, and more sarcastic than ever before. We basically have our 3 year old daughter in a current 10 year old body. Samantha does not go easy on us. She will never be a people pleaser or do something just to make you happy or keep the peace. That's not her. She has her own ideas and likes to do it on her terms.
Samantha has a huge presence. She is loud, when both happy and mad. She is loyal to her friends and somehow has managed to keep these friendships - despite things I've witnessed that would make me run in the other direction if Samantha interacted with me like that. For example - the other day a neighbor that has a girl similar to Samantha's age rings our doorbell to see if Samantha would like to play. Neighbor: "Would you like to play?" Samantha responds quite curt and aggressively: "I can't see you right now." and slams the door in our neighbor's face. I told Samantha to open the door back up and explain why she can't come out and play and offer a time when she will be available.
Samantha is honest. Too honest sometimes and has no qualms if what she is telling you will inevitably hurt your feelings, as long as this is her view on things, she will say it and not sugar coat it. Most days I hear how Samantha doesn't like something I am wearing and questioning why did I buy it to begin with. Give her a present she isn't crazy about? She will let you know before it even fully gets unwrapped. Social grace is something that doesn't come naturally, or at all. But you will always know where you stand with her. There is no second guessing that.
Many times this past year, I've been so surprised at Samantha's ability to figure things out. And to take the initiative to do things. Her mind works in impressive ways. She is creative and can think out of he box. This makes me happy.
Once sufficient motivation is given, Samantha is able to complete any task. But if there is no motivating factors, then you might as well pull your hair out to get her to do anything.
Samantha does not like wearing dresses or skirts of any kind. You will always find her in some kind of leggings or shorts and a simple t-shirt on top. She is not one to gravitate from this 'uniform' she created for herself. I am sure to the outside world it looks like she is wearing the same pair of black leggings every day, when in reality, she has 15 pairs.
Horseback riding is still Sam's activity of choice. This seems to be her thing. I doubt it will ever get to the point where she is competing, but for the time being, she enjoys it very much. It's a wonderful to watch her in action and see how different horses' personalities bring out either the best or worst with Sam. She is very funny sometimes trying to get a stubborn horse to move when it has other ideas. Talk about meeting your match.
Happy birthday my big girl! 10 is a very cool number to be. Double digits from here on out. I wish for you peaceful days, tranquil moods, and an open mind. The ability to fall asleep easily, your school work to be less of a challenge, and a harmonious existence with your parents and brother. You are very much destined for greatness. I have no doubt that you will take the world on fire and go on to show everyone what all this spunk and spiritedness can do. But in the meantime, it's important we all survive. I love you! Like unconditional, no matter how much you yell at me, or refuse to cooperate love you. That's how much I love you. :)
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