Mckenzie's 3rd Birthday!

Mckenzie had been anxiously awaiting her 3rd birthday for about 2 months and for some reason she got into her mind that she was going to get a purple present and that's all she'd talk about. Anyway, we loved celebrating her birthday this year. It was a lot more fun this year, probably because she understood what was going on more. My little sister Bree always has to be with Mckenzie for her birthday. They sure love each other. So, the night before her birthday she flew out and was a great present for Mckenzie!
The day was beautiful and we were able to go swimming with some of our friends and have yummy fruit and delicious cupcakes (thanks, Heidi)!


While she had her birthday nap, I made a "Carebear" cake. I'm not creative, artistic or talented when it comes to anything artsy, so it was a challenge, but last year I had decided to make a fun cake for each child for each of their birthdays (last year I made Mckenzie an "Elmo" cake. click on June 2008 for pics).


When Dan came home, we went to Olive Garden. Mckenzie loves Olive Garden and always wants to go there when we drive by it. Her favorite dish is the fetticinni alfredo which I'm happy about because it's the cleanest of the sauces.
After dinner, we opened presents. Thanks to everyone for the wonderful gifts!


To top off the night, two of Mckenzie's favorite grown-ups (besides Mom and Dad), Mike and Ashley, came over to have cake and icecream with her.


It was a long, busy and super fun day! I love celebrating birthdays. I love the anticipation, the excitement the happiness. I love watching Mckenzie grow up. It's hard to believe that it's been 3 years since she was born. Mckenzie has brought more joy to us than we could have ever imagined. I know, cheesy, but it's true. She has a way of making us feel true hapiness. She has a heart of gold and her quirkiness and energy fill our home with everything good. We sure love our Mckenzie!