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Today is Abby's 9th birthday! Sure love this good girl!❤️

Boomer played hard at daycare ☺️

Hubby always gets the best pictures of Abby 💗

Dad is bringing a special treat after work. Sure love this birthday buddy!! ❤️

We've been out for 5 minutes and it's over 80 degrees. It' SO hot! 🥵

In case Dad drops any of his ham sandwich, Boomer is there for the clean up!

I bought this lace leaf Japanese Maple a year ago. At that time the green leaves/branches weren't quite so prominent, and I thought they would eventually turn red. Obviously they have not, and this year they have really shot up. I think it looks a little awkward. Not sure what to expect in the future. I've never trimmed a jm before and not even sure if I should. Not sure it's going to work where it's planted. Any advice?

Edit: Edited to say thank you very much everyone for your helpful advice. I really appreciate your help!