I'm such a bad blogger, but what's new, really? :) I've had family in town since before school got out...went to Washington for my dad's wedding...we went to Lake Powell for a week...my daughter turned seven...and it's just been busy crazy and fun...and tiring. None of that is in order either.
Before I forget to blog Claire's birthday, I thought I'd better get some photos up:
She got her much anticipated American Girl doll, Chrissa, who she just loves. I was surprised really at how excited she was and how much she loves her doll. It's so great to see her get her wish.
Something that I loved watching was Claire reading all her cards this year. She took the time to go through each one.
Grandpa Rick got her several games for her DS, lots of girl games so she doesn't have to play her brother's games anymore!
Aunt Sherrie tied the bow from Jarrod's and my present (Chrissa) in Claire's hair.
She wanted a Hannah Montana cake, a guitar or a microphone, but we decided to save the cool cake for when she has her friend party and just go with a simple round cake that I added some decoration to (not the coolest, I know) I added the little signs and the candles and it ended up making her happy. At least I'm getting some good use out of those scrapbooking supplies!
I love how happy she looks in this photo, smiling as we all sing to her, the center of our attention.
After a couple tries, all the candles were out and we got to enjoy the cake.
Here is a link to some photos on my photography blog for those that don't frequent it that show the kids on the last day of school on our adventure downtown to meet dad for dinner: downtown kids photos.
I have tons of photos from Lake Powell to sort through and I'll post an update about that soon. My kitchen/dining area/family room look exactly the same as they did the last time I posted, so nothing new there. Jarrod's still not sold on the color and I love it about 98% of the time...there's a window of time when the combination of natural and artificial light makes it look not so appealing. I'm trying to decide if I care about that or not...I think I just need to finish it up and get over it. I also need new art for either side of my dining area window as my old stuff is too yellow now (those will go elsewhere in the house) and I need more time. Lots more time :)
I'm off now to check on the kiddos, they're doing a little clean up in their rooms and I must say...they are doing a really great job!
What a nice surprise to see your updated blog:) It was really great to be there to help celebrate Claire's birthday and I do love the picture of her while we're singing to her. You really captured her happiness - looking at her, just makes my heart smile!!
Love you,
Mom
Posted by: Carol | Thursday, 18 June 2009 at 08:16 PM