Easter Blessings 2012

Post-church service inspirational song.

Heading to The Fresh Market for an Easter egg hunt.

A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words - confident in his masculinity



"Magic Trick"



Four and fabulous

Months ago while driving through town, the little lady announced that for her forth birthday she would like two things: a pink cake with blue polka dots, a crown, and candles and for her party to be held and Nany and Papa's house.  This simple list later turned into a list of five when she added that she would also like to receive a piano and scooter for her birthday and be granted the privilege of chewing gum upon turning four. 

 And, so began our preparations.  Taking inspiration from her cake, we decided upon a dress-up themed birthday party, a very fitting party theme for our very fancy and fashionable little lady.

 

Nany (and friends) scoured local retail stores for countless creative dress-up options.

Dresses, purses, jewelry...oh my!

One of my favorite aspects of party planning, turning her cake inspirations into sweet creations.  

The little lady and cousin Kendall.

I believe they changed outfits every half hour.   They needed no encouragement to pause, pose, and smile for the camera.

Even the little man got in on the action, favoring a doctor's white coat, which seemed fitting.

Charlotte's award for favorite costume went to her Uncle Bobby, who cleverly came up with a pirate's costume on the fly after the little lady requested he dress up as one.   Bob and Dawn are always up for a good time.

Perhaps my favorite look of the day was Doc's cowboy costume, a throw back to his Houston days.

It was a very grand and fashionable gathering.

Ending the day with a little self-serenading.

"Happy Birthday to Charlotte..."

Sweet Charlotte Marie, you fill our lives with such joy, excitement, and love.  You never cease to amaze us with your creativity, plans, schemes and dreams.   Watching you blossom into a lively four-year-old has been one of my greatest joys in life.  To me, you are simply lovely, and I could not be more thankful and grateful to the Lord for blessing us with you four years ago. 

You are loved by so many.

xo

A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words - bracketology 2012



St. Patrick's Day Hartville Fun Run

St. Patrick's Day we rose early and made our way through the fog to Hartville, OH, where Jeff would participate in the first annual Hartville 5K Fun Run.

Without a single item of green clothing to wear (no shortage of pink), I added a touch of Irish flare to the children's cheeks in the form of painted shamrocks.

"Top o' the mornin' to ya."

Ready to cheer on the ol' man.

Slightly skeptical of the runners and their wacky green gear.

Not at all interested in having his picture taken.

The morning was beautiful, with perfect spring temperatures.

Finishing strong.

"Go Daddy Go!"

"Did he win?" ~ the little lady

A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words - "I had to teach a class."