BIG 5

Ella officially turned 5 this week. and as customary for odd numbered birthdays we got to party! of course she wanted everything princess, but since the first names on the guest list were boys I figured we should try a different approach. so Ella hosted her own movie "premiere". Everyone came as their favorite "movie star", we made party hats and played games. The candles had a little extra sparkle for the event (although you can't tell in the picture) Ella played her first game of "heavy heavy hang over" and everyone got to watch a show on the "big screen". and of course each movie star had to take home some swag, it was a fun filled day for all, we hope!

my favorite part of the day was how it began. traditionally, we have pancakes on each birthday with candles for the birthday girl. Ella could hardly contain her excitement, it was, after all, her day. so candles were lit and the special song sung and Ella glowed with happiness at this simple act of love from her family. that is a great word to describe my la la girl. glowing - a smile lights her face in a new way each day.

Ella has a very strong spirit, so determined but so sweet. she is the one who ALWAYS reminds us when it is time to pray, that Heavenly Father is watching over us, and that pink is now one of her favorite colors. persistent and fun, always looking for someone to play with, can pick up a conversation with anyone with out thinking twice. and her vocabulary sometimes scares me, this one is smart. and she is mine. that puts a smile on my face.

Happy #5 La La Princess!