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 Creative, joyful, kind, thoughtful, animal-loving, peacemaker, our pokey puppy ;)

 Clara, you are such a joy in our family!  You are an amazing big sister to Hannah, Lizzie, and Isaiah.  You are always coming up with creative, fun games to play, and they gladly follow your lead.  You are so good at making sure that everyone is included, and you are such a peace-maker, always making it work so that everyone is happy.  I brought home a variety of donuts on your birthday morning, and when I told you that you could pick whichever one you wanted, your first response was to let your siblings all have their favorite pick first!  You find joy in helping others and making others happy.  You rarely say a mean thing about anyone, and you are always finding the good in people.  You love to watch movies, and usually become the leading character in a full costume right afterward, incorporating your sisters into the play, too.  You've been working hard at swimming this spring and started piano lessons.  You love art and dance, and when I can get you to focus, you surprise me with your progress in math and reading.  Mostly, you just enjoying being creative and playing!  We adore your big heart and sweet spirit!!!