Day Dreaming

When Ella Kate grows up and is a mommy she is planning on having a girl named Sarah and then boys named Joe and Tyler. Joe is going to help her with the laundry and Sarah is going to help her put the baby to bed.

Heaven and Blankie

"Heaven is a wonderful place, filled with glory and grace" ... However, Ella has some how found out that "Girly Bear", "Blankie" and "Ladybug", her prized possessions won't go to Heaven with her. Although true, it was absolutely devastating news to a four year old girl. She waffled back and forth on her way home today about if she wanted to go to Heaven or not. She finally decided she did but only with her entire family and when she is 6. What difficult musings for a little one. Praise God that her thoughts are of Him. He will teach her and help her to come into complete understanding of who He is and His love for her. And God, please give us wisdom as we are totally in need of you to be the parents you want us to be.

Ella's 4th Birthday

We had a special time with family and friends today celebrating Ella Kate's 4th birthday. We celebrated just about all day. Ella woke up to streamers decorating her bedroom door, something we've done since her first birthday. Her friends came at 10:00 for a playful party with games, goodies, cake, and ice cream. All kids birthday partied must have a theme and this one had several - Ariel, Tinkerbell, and Princess. The picture is Ella's favorite moment of her party. She had been wanted to wear party hats for months and had been telling everyone about the castle cake that mommy was going to make. Mommy teared up as her birthday girl blew out all four candles with one blow! Wow she's growing up. The birthday girl did slow down long enough for a cat nap before her Grandparents arrived with more excitement and presents and games. Ella spent the afternoon playing with all her new presents and Mommy wondered how she was going to organize the new treasures. Daddy loved spoiling his little girl for the day. Lucy found great joy in playing with all of the bags and wrapping paper. So, she's now four. We're looking forward to all the ways God will grow her this year and all of the wonderful memories we will gain. We love you Ella!

A Spontaneous Parade

The Birthday Girl

Birthday Castle Cake

It's so hard to say good-bye

The party girl did not want the fun to end!