Shout Hooray!

Annie's birthday is TODAY!

... And she wore this princess dress all day. In fact, the entire day was pink and princessy. Annie was in heaven.

Nathan treated her like royalty this morning with a gourmet breakfast (aka - waffles, cinnamon syrup, and caramelized bacon). Then, he surprised her with a bouquet of princess balloons.

Later that day, we threw a princess party for her. We had pink cookies and pink milk.

 We even got a little crafty and made some princess wands.

A few of Annie's close girl friends came dressed in their princess best with coordinating crowns.

 Annie opened some fun presents, thanks to generous friends!

 Olivia gave Annie this Tinker Bell tent. They all attempted to fit in it... Annie was a bit claustrophobic :)

 Beautiful Olivia

 Showing off their princess wands...

 Later that evening, we opened presents from family. Annie insisted on a picture with all of her presents BEFORE she opened them... she keeps us laughing.

 A few of Annie's favorite presents included her princess bedtime stories,

 Minnie Mouse,

 and her Belle Barbie.

 Shae was content playing with the bags and tissue paper.

Brad and Katelyn came over to party with us. Katelyn read Annie a few bedtime stories before she hit the hay.

Oh, and we had cake! A pink, princess one with pink ice cream, of coarse.

Annie had a fun, exhausting day.

It is hard to believe I have a three-year-old now! It has been a bitter-sweet day. Makes me happy seeing my baby growing up into a sweet, little lady. At the same time, I am missing that baby stage that she is growing out of.

 Annie is an answer to my prayers in more ways than one. Whether it is her sweet compliments she gives me daily, or her tender hugs, they strengthen me every time. I know she was put into my life for a reason. I love the bond we share. Annie is my constant day-time buddy and I adore her company.

Happy Birthday Sweet Annie!