Blue Ivy Carter celebrates her 7th birthday today. The daughter of Beyonce and Jay-Z was born on January 7, 2012, and continues to effortlessly make her mark in popular culture. See our compilation below to re-discover some of the greatest moments of Blue this past year!

7. When Blue Was Her Mother’s Twin

Beyonce once said that giving birth to Blue Ivy Carter was very interactive. “We were talking,” the celebrity mom told media. “I know it sounds crazy, but I felt a communication.” There was definitely communication when it came to this style. Blue and Bey were a matching pair!

6. Blue Enjoyed The Yacht Life

She’s just an ordinary kid, save that her parents are filthy rich. Blue posed for several pictures while enjoying quality time with loved ones on the family’s yacht this past year.

5. Getting In The Cultural Mood

Blue visited many places this past year. The youngster did her best to pay homage to every region that she toured as the photo above shows Blue rocking an outfit that livens things up.

4.Blue, In Meditation

There is something special about quieting oneself. Blue gets into the groove of meditating in this candid.