The birthday girl

“Hey daddy . . . . . . . I am four now.” These were the words whispered into my ear yesterday morning by my daughter to wake me up.

The day had finally arrived. We had talked about it for weeks, planned lots of funs things for the day and she was geared up for it. I can only imagine her glee when her eyes opened and she realized the day was finally here.

Chocolate chip pancakes for breakfast, off to church in a new dress, and presents throughout the day. A good afternoon nap and lots of friends over for a party in the evening, with tons of great food, games, more presents and three birthday cakes. Yes, three birthday cakes. A purple flower shaped cake, a pink flower shaped cake, and a purple and pink castle design cake – all her choices.

By the time the party wound down, she was exhausted and yet so eager to not let go of the day. Once she was finally in bed it only took a few minutes until she was off to a deep sleep, hopefully filled with happy thoughts and memories of her special day.

Happy Birthday sweet girl!!