A Snowbird in Paradise

As a graduation privilege, Gabby was allowed to have her first pet, a hamster.  She used some of her graduation money to buy "Churro" but her parents bought the cages and extras.
"Island Fest" on Grosse Ile was the first of several big community festivals held each summer.  This year the girls were dropped off to spend the day with friends and enjoy the festivities.  Gabby spent time with several buddies, including her neighbor/friend, Alison.
Although she is officially "out" of St. Pius school, Gabby was accepted as a counselor for the younger kids' summer camp.  Her mother and I were so happy that she didn't shy away from holding a snake...something both of us have done from time to time.

Of course, much of the summer was spent at The Lake House.
 Love eating out with the girls at the restaurant on the lake.
 At 14, Gabby is learning to drive a little on the back road by the Lakehouse.
The end of June was Gabby's birthday with a BUNCH of her close friends from school and hometown.  They swam, ate, watched fireworks, ate again .  Several girls (and 2 boys) came after this "official photo" was taken.