Life's Celebrations

Life is good and full and rich! We are choosing to celebrate the time that we have together--whether it be an hour, a day, or a year. This year, we celebrated three whole years with our precious Claire Bear. She continues to add such spice and joy to our lives. She can dance... oh, that girl can dance! I'm convinced that some day we may just see her on "Dancing with the Stars". She prefers upbeat, pop music when we're cruising around town and how I laugh as she closes her eyes as she waltzes to "ballet" music.

This year, we had a small party for her at Miss Mamie's cupcakes. She and her cousin, Harper Ann, got all dolled up for the occasion. She loves anything princess and any jewelry. Man, we are in big trouble! She wore heels to the party and came home with a purse and more bling. She is something else, but I love that little munchkin to pieces. I could eat her up, just like my red velvet cupcake! She's sweet and full of life!

This year, we also celebrated my 29th birthday. I know, I don't look a year over 25! This birthday was hands down one of my favorites. John made me feel so incredibly special and honored. My parents and in laws also went above and beyond to make this year special. We did all of my favorite things--breakfast at Starbucks, planting in the yard, a Spring Festival with the kids, and a dinner on the town with our close friends. I teared up that night, as I reflected on how truly blessed I am to be surrounded by family and friends that had walked with us in the valley and now have come alongside us as we scale the mountain. God is faithful; He is good; we celebrate life in this family!