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Twelve Years of Becoming Beckett

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Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker Apex Realtors, LLC ~ 512.750.6899 410939

A year in photos. A lifetime of becoming uniquely you. 💖

How can it possibly be that our Beckett is turning 12?

Every August 16th brings back a flood of memories, especially that summer day in 2014 when you made your debut, while your big brother Hudson was home with strep throat! And just like that, our family became a little brighter, a little busier, and a whole lot more fun. 😊

Every year, I look forward to creating your birthday collage, a tradition inspired by Sharon Tara. Twelve photos…twelve months…twelve little glimpses of the girl you are becoming. And what a joy it is to look back and see not only how much you've grown, but who you are becoming along the way.

You are independent, smart, determined, and confident. An athlete who knows how to compete, a leader who isn't afraid to step forward, and a young woman who doesn't need to follow the crowd to find her way.

You think for yourself.
You work hard.
You have a curious mind.
You have a big heart.
And you have a wonderful ability to be completely and unapologetically Beckett.

She is…

♦ A dreamer
♦ A doer
♦ A thinker
♦ A leader
♦ A girl who sees possibilities, and isn't afraid to chase them.

Two quotes still make me think of you:

“I’m not afraid of storms, for I’m learning to sail my ship.”
— Louisa May Alcott

“Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don’t matter, and those who matter don’t mind.”
— Dr. Seuss

Beckett, as you begin your twelfth year, never lose that independent spirit, that determination, that curiosity, or that beautiful confidence in being yourself.

Keep leading. Keep learning. Keep dreaming. Keep being you.

Celebrate BIG today, sweet girl! 🎉🎂💖

You are one of the brightest lights in our lives, and Nana, and your heavenly Paw Paw, love you more than words could ever say. ❤️❤️

Happy 12th Birthday, Beckett!

Here’s to the next chapter of becoming uniquely YOU.

 

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Dorie Dillard
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Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty
Waves Realty - Melbourne, FL
Florida Space Coast Homes

12 years old. I think this may be the hardest age to be. Not quite a child, not quite an adult. You are so lucky to get to watch that shift into adulthood!

Aug 16, 2026 05:16 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

It is amazing Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty !

Aug 16, 2026 07:39 AM
Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner
Denver, CO
Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

Dorie, happy birthday to Beckett, and hope she enjoys her special day today!   It doesn't seem possible it has been 12 years.

Aug 16, 2026 05:17 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

I know, I can remember the day she was born Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner 

Aug 16, 2026 07:40 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

Wow, she is already 12 years old?  Time sure flies, and I know that she will grow up to be a fine young woman just like your other granddaughters.

Aug 16, 2026 05:27 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Its hard to believe she is in middle school already Brian England 

Aug 16, 2026 07:41 AM
Lawrence & Sheila Agranoff
Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - crrli.com. We are Lic. Assoc. Broker/Lic. RE Salesperson - Plainview, NY
Listing & Selling Long Island Real Estate

Dorie, This says it all...Keep leading. Keep learning. Keep dreaming. Keep being you. Happy Birthday Beckett!

Aug 16, 2026 05:34 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Thank you Lawrence & Sheila Agranoff 

Aug 16, 2026 07:41 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Dorie... sending Miss Beckett very happy birthday wishes from Charlotte. Just one more year to go before she's officially a teenager.

Aug 16, 2026 05:34 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

So true Nina Hollander, Broker ..next month her brother will be 14!

Aug 16, 2026 07:42 AM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Dorie. Twelve years, hard to believe. Time has flown by. More memories to recall daily. Happy birthday Miss Bekett. 

Aug 16, 2026 05:38 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Thank you Wayne Martin! So hard to believe she is 12! 

Aug 16, 2026 10:00 AM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Oh my gosh, HAPPY, HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BECKETT!! 🎉 After our call on Tuesday, I was just WAITING for this post, Dorie and you did an amazing job with your collage. I LOVE it! I can't believe she's 12--seems like you were just announcing her birth!! WOW! 

I love all of her attributes but, this one is definitely going to take her places in life: "A girl who sees possibilities, and isn't afraid to chase them." 

I'd say she's a LOT like you, Dorie! 😘

Aug 16, 2026 06:08 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Thank you Debe Maxwell, CRS .she is an amazing young lady and can't believe she is in middle school and Hudson will be 14 next month!

Aug 16, 2026 07:43 AM
Gwen Fowler SC Lakes & Mountains 864-710-4518
Gwen Fowler Real Estate, Inc - Walhalla, SC
Gwen Fowler Real Estate, Inc.
Happy 12th birthday to Beckett, Dorie Dillard Austin TX! It is so wonderful to look back at those annual collages and watch how quickly the years fly by. Wishing her a fantastic day celebrating and continued success as she takes on this next chapter!
Aug 16, 2026 07:04 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Thank you Gwen Fowler SC Lakes & Mountains 864-710-4518 her family birthday party is this afternoon!❤️

Aug 16, 2026 07:44 AM
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I enjoy sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Author, Golfer, Traveler, Retired, Wenatchee, WA

Happy Birthday to Beckett!!! 
I know what a delight she has been in your life. 

Aug 16, 2026 08:05 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

She is a sparling diamond Carol Williams 

Aug 16, 2026 10:00 AM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543
Realty ONE Group Advocates 484-237-2055 - Downingtown, PA
Selling the Main Line & Chester County

What a wonderful encouragement, Such positive words and emotions expressed with such love as well. Here is to the future.

Aug 16, 2026 09:24 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Yes Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543 and its coming fast and furious! LOL!

Aug 16, 2026 10:01 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thank you very much, Dorie, for sharing this special message.

Happy 12th Birthday, Beckett!

Aug 16, 2026 09:47 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Thank you Roy Kelley !

Aug 16, 2026 10:01 AM
Steffy Hristova
HomeSmart Elite Group Tempe AZ Tel: 602.710.8161 - Tempe, AZ
Tempe AZ Realtor - Your Home Close to Your Work!

Dorie, I loved the collage with 12 photos, and the birthday wishes for Beckett! She is very fortunate to have you in her life!

Happy Birthday to Beckett!

Aug 16, 2026 11:45 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Thank you Steffy Hristova ! I love making them each year!

Aug 16, 2026 12:55 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Dorie my granddaughter turned 12 last month, and I am very proud of the person she has become, and continues to become.

Aug 16, 2026 11:55 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

isn't that wonderful George Souto ..they are growing up so fast!!!

Aug 16, 2026 12:55 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Retired Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Dorie- Mini me turns the same age this fall!!!  I remember when BB was first introduced to us. I've loved every post you've shared with us about her and her journey through the world. 

Happy Birthday, Beckett

Aug 16, 2026 12:06 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

I love this! Thank you Kathy Streib !! They are growing up way too fast!

Aug 16, 2026 12:56 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
Southern Utah's Preferred Real Estate Agent.

Watching her grow up is so special, Dorie. Happy Happy Birthday to Beckett and many more! 🎉

Aug 16, 2026 05:46 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Thank you Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can! 

Aug 17, 2026 07:37 AM
John Dunham
Juice RE Group at Compass - Austin, TX
N Central Austin

She is one of one for sure!

Aug 31, 2026 10:42 AM