Claire's Birthday Party

We celebrated Claire's 2nd birthday last month with a Minnie Mouse birthday party!! It was so much fun! :) Claire anxiously waited for everyone to arrive. She had no trouble catching on the fact that it was her birthday. :) In fact, she still now says its her birthday when she sees a cake or balloons. It doesn't take long for a 2 year old to catch on!

Waiting for her party to start. Ali was ready to go.The cake, yum!

Ready, set, blow!

Opening presents.

Two Years Old!!!

I can't believe my baby Claire is TWO years old today. I remember the day you were born just like it was yesterday! The time has gone by so fast! It has been so much fun watching you grow and your little personality blossom before my eyes. You are so loving, funny, determined, caring, energetic and amazing. I can't imagine my life without you. You are a wonderful big sister and such a sweet girl. I can't wait to see what great plans God has for you. You are such a blessing to Daddy and me!! I love you so much.

Claire 3 days oldClaire 1 year oldClaire 2 years old

6 months old

Our Ali is already 6 months old! I can't believe how fast time is racing by. It is such a joy to have Ali in our lives and we can't imagine our life without her. She is so sweet and so happy. Ali just cut her first tooth, is sitting up by herself, loves her food (squash is her favorite), and her favorite thing is to watch Claire run through the house. Her laugh is priceless and we love her so much!

One of my favorite things...

You know what I love about bedtime? I love being able to snuggle with my two girls and reading a book. I love having both of them sit with me and spending that precious time together. These will be wonderful memories to look back on. Thank you, God, for putting these two special girls in my life!

5 months old

Our sweet Ali has turned 5 months old! She is so sweet and we love her so much. I know I have said this before, but she truly is the happiest baby that I have ever been around! She is such a blessing in our lives!

Birthdays

Last month, we celebrated Papa's 60th birthday and Daddy's birthday. (I know, I'm a little late in my posting). We had lots of fun and celebrated all weekend! We also enjoyed seeing everyone!

Papa, the birthday boy.

Claire enjoying the friends and family.

Mommy and Ali

Jenny and Josh

Papa, Grandmother, Ken, Jake and Jenny

Daddy and Ali

Cousins

Jake, 5; Josh, 3; Ali 5 months; Claire 22 months

During Papa's birthday celebration, we took a minute to get the cousin's pictures taken. It was quite an experience. :) Claire has a lot to learn about taking pictures! She does not want to sit anywhere longer than a few seconds. So, whoever is taking the picture must snap fast!!! The kids are getting so big and I look forward to seeing them grow up together. :)