Emma is 3!

Today is August 15th, Emma's birthday! She is 3 today, and it's kinda a big deal around here. Emma has been waiting for her birthday for quite some time now. She is the youngest in her class of 10 and has had to endure/celebrate 9 other birthdays as she patiently waited for her own. She learned the month, then the day, and then we counted down from August 1.

On Saturday, Emma had a Toy Story themed birthday party complete with a foam "cheese" pit, trampolines, and giant inflatables. She and 12 of her closest pals had a blast. She also became hooked on the idea of "presents." Emma and her pals each got a cowboy hat just like Woody. (more pictures to come)

I am extra thankful on Emma's birthdays. Thankful she is here with us. Thankful for 3 amazing years with her. Hopeful for many many more. She has developed into a loving, funny, vibrant, stubborn, and determined little girl.

Emma's birthday 2008 (4hr old)

1 yr old

2 years old

3 years old (she was insanely happy to have everyone sing to her)

Thank you to Emma's Nanny Riggs for helping me with Emma's cake.

I am not, nor will I ever be, a fan of marshmallow fondant.