I found this entry I didn't post!
Here are pictures from Grace's Birthday 45 days later!
The morning started off with Grace lying in my bed saying,
"Look how long my five year old arms are!""Look how long my five year old legs are!"
"See how big my five year old hands are!"
Yes, Grace turned five and that means her world will change forever. She will start school next year. She is now "big enough" to cross the street by herself. Little does she know that I stand looking through the window and I've called the neighbor who is standing at her door watching as well to make sure Grace is safe crossing the street by herself. But, she is finally "big enough" to do it on her own and it separates her from the little kids.
First thing in the morning we went to visit our friend, Pops, and get him some breakfast. Then we decided to come home and get the party room ready for the pinata. Grace was super excited to take cupcakes to Reading Club, but unfortunately it was cancelled at the last minute for medical reasons. So a disappointed birthday girl stayed home and painted her pinata. We were able to hang the pinata in the basement this year so everyone stayed warm. Clare and Jacob came from our old apartment complex, and our new neighbors, Loie and Gavin came over as well. The kids busted open the pinata, played with some toys, and then we sang happy birthday and ate cupcakes. It turned out to be a pretty low-key event and we had a great time. Edwin ended up working extra late so the rest of the party seemed to take forever to arrive.
However, we managed to survive the long day and Grace was soon able to open her presents. She only wanted two things....More Barbies and Wood. The Barbie car was an added bonus that she seemed quite pleased with. The wood is being used to make a large Barbie house. Grace drafted some plans with her daddy's help. The Barbie house is in the building stages, but Edwin wants to wait until it is finished before we post pictures. So wait you must.
All in all it was a fine day and Grace loved her tall "stair cake like the one when you get married at your wedding." She is all girl...there's no doubt about it!
Our friends came over the next day to eat birthday cake for breakfast and have a tea party picnic on the floor. Happy Birthday, Grace!
