So lately this blog has been all about Julie. Sorry for the lack of posts there, I promise to give an update this week before my next round of chemo, but for now, this is all about Alyssa.
Alyssa is our first born. She kept me waiting 10 days past my due date, but I fell in love the minute I saw her precious face. She is probably your typical first born child in many ways. But since I only have one how do I know. She is sensitive, sweet, caring. Likes to have a playmate. Bright. Obedient. Honest. Loving. I love that she has made friends around her. I love that she loves her middle sister enough to play games on her level. I love that she needs to give hugs and kiss multiple times before bed. I love that she remembers things from years ago. I love that she loves to read ( a trait from her father). I love that she has parts of him and parts of me in her character. I love her sweet laugh. I love that she still needs my approval and help. I love that she is part of my life right now and that I have been given the task to teach her, love her and guide her in the ways of God. I can’t believe how fast 7 years has gone and I do not want to blink and miss the next 7.
Her aunt and uncle were in town this week which made this birthday even more fun. She chose M&M, chocolate chip and sprinkle pancakes for breakfast and finished up the day with CFA. The big celebration was at the skating rink the next day with some of her friends. I … I mean … she had a blast. See all the photos.
(belated) Happy 7th Birthday, Alyssa! I meant to text your Mommy onFriday to wish you a Happy Birthday! Your bday is still in my calendar so I did think of you on your special day. Looks like you all had a great time celebrating! Looks like it was ALL HAPPY! Sending love and blessings to you all!
I absolutely loved the video. Thanks for letting us share a bit of the fun.
Happy Birthday Alyssa! She is so beautiful. Seven seems like so big and yet it seems there are seven years of memories in our girls, so I guess it fits. Kate cannot wait for her day and she wished Alyssa a happy (late) birthday. I LOVED the video, maybe it was Alyssa or maybe it was watching her mom and dad rock the roller rink like it was 1987. We miss y’all.
i think ethan has been at the rink practicing for this party huh? or is it those many years at Skate Central. Nice job. And gigger, taking pictures while on rollers. I think my best part was the right turn-toes up-stop EE. sweet. Oh, and Alyssa, great party!!
Happy Birthday Alyssa!! The was a great video! Love the music to it! Ethan, you’ve got some great moves! I’m impressed~ HA! We will have to take Alan skating when we come and see how funny that will be! So glad you had so much fun with everyone! Alyssa looks so grown up… wish they would stay our babies forever!
Love you guys!