Saturday, March 24, 2012
Friday, March 23, 2012
Erin's Birthday Celebration
Erin turned FIVE on March 1st. We are so thankful for this little girl. I wish I could convey what a privilege it is to know and love her. Her little soul is so filled with sweetness.
I was recently reading an article about Down syndrome. Near the end of the article, the author captured something about loving a child with Down syndrome that spoke to my heart. He said, "Caring for and living with children with Down syndrome humanizes us: it teaches us to love selflessly, the way Christ loves us. And it teaches us to love ourselves: even those parts of ourselves we'd prefer others not see, those parts that we ourselves would rather not look at....we need such children among us." Yep, I believe that is so true!
So, just how does a five year old spend her birthday?
The day actually began the night before, with two older sisters bickering over who Erin got to sleep with on the eve of her birthday. Molly grace won the flip of the coin, so Erin snuggled in with her for the night.
In the morning, after "pantay" (pancakes) for breakfast, Erin spent a little time at the Delaney Day-Spa. Fingernails were painted....
Hair was braided. A flower barrette finished the look.
Next, we were off to the store to pick out a birthday cake. But first she had to find the only mini puddle in the driveway to stomp in.
Since they didn't have Mr. Bean cakes (LOL) at the store, she opted for the readily available Sesame Street theme.
Lunch included amain-course side-dish of Cheetos, her favorite.
When Seamus took his nap, Erin had the iPad all to herself.
After dinner it was time to open presents. ALL day, whenever someone mentioned her birthday, she'd look you in the eyes and ask, "presents??" We'd say, "Yes, Erin, later after dinner". She'd say, "Otay", and go about her merry way.
(Yeah, just look past the Christmas wrapping paper...)
Finally, it was time for the cake....
....but she was more interested in the little Elmo rings which were on top of the cupcakes.
Happy birthday sweet girl!!! We love you!!!
I was recently reading an article about Down syndrome. Near the end of the article, the author captured something about loving a child with Down syndrome that spoke to my heart. He said, "Caring for and living with children with Down syndrome humanizes us: it teaches us to love selflessly, the way Christ loves us. And it teaches us to love ourselves: even those parts of ourselves we'd prefer others not see, those parts that we ourselves would rather not look at....we need such children among us." Yep, I believe that is so true!
So, just how does a five year old spend her birthday?
The day actually began the night before, with two older sisters bickering over who Erin got to sleep with on the eve of her birthday. Molly grace won the flip of the coin, so Erin snuggled in with her for the night.
In the morning, after "pantay" (pancakes) for breakfast, Erin spent a little time at the Delaney Day-Spa. Fingernails were painted....
Hair was braided. A flower barrette finished the look.
Next, we were off to the store to pick out a birthday cake. But first she had to find the only mini puddle in the driveway to stomp in.
Since they didn't have Mr. Bean cakes (LOL) at the store, she opted for the readily available Sesame Street theme.
Lunch included a
When Seamus took his nap, Erin had the iPad all to herself.
After dinner it was time to open presents. ALL day, whenever someone mentioned her birthday, she'd look you in the eyes and ask, "presents??" We'd say, "Yes, Erin, later after dinner". She'd say, "Otay", and go about her merry way.
(Yeah, just look past the Christmas wrapping paper...)
Finally, it was time for the cake....
....but she was more interested in the little Elmo rings which were on top of the cupcakes.
Happy birthday sweet girl!!! We love you!!!
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Little Packrat
So...just what does this little guy pack up and carry around with him all through the house???
Here's a little snapshot....
(mittens, a little fox, an iPod and a diaper)
I'm glad he's prepared. Good thing he remembered some essentials, like a diaper :)
Here's a little snapshot....
(mittens, a little fox, an iPod and a diaper)
I'm glad he's prepared. Good thing he remembered some essentials, like a diaper :)
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