Ella Turns 4

Our little girl is growing up...way too fast. We had two parties for her this year. A "family" party with our clan and my BFF, Crystal's family. We ordered pizza and had bite-sized cupcakes for dessert. She got to open presents from us and the grandparents.














From Grandma and Grandpa V.

From Grandma and PopPop S.

Since her actual birthday was on a Monday, they celebrated it at preschool. I sent in some carrot cupcakes and they sang "Happy Birthday" to her. I do carpool on Mondays so here she is in her birthday crown with her best buddy, Chloe.

Then, the following Saturday, we had a friend party for her. We invited Chloe and all the girls in her class for a Pancakes and Pajamas party. The girls had a blast!

 

 Happy Birthday Carmella, we love you so much. You've grown into such a sweetheart. You make us laugh every day with your pure silliness. The quote of the week stems from confusion over throwing you two parties. You asked me a couple of times after your first party and before your second one: "Mommy, will I turn five at the pajama party?"

"No, sweetheart, you will still be 4." Please don't rush it.

Leo's Laugh

A Little Bit of Fall

This is and has always been my favorite time of year. I drag my family out to do all kinds of Autumn activities as often as I can. I love the colors, textures and crisp cool air of the season. Living in Atlanta we don't always get the crisp cool air, but this year it has been close to what I remember from my years spent in the North. Plus, the color palate has always looked nice on me.

Pumpkin Patches

Hayrides

 Pumpkin Farms With Awesome Tractors and Wheelbarrows

 Scooping out pumpkins and creating fun faces. The best part is eating the roasted seeds. Yummy.