Audrey's Birthday!

Audrey turned two today! She was so excited when she woke up and I had a banner by the kitchen window that said "Happy Birthday" and had balloons up. She kept pointing to the calender my sister made with pictures on everyone's birthday and would say, "Audrey's birthday!"

She giggled and got a huge smile anytime anyone said "Happy Birthday" and would even try to sing "Happy Birthday" to herself.

We didn't do anything grandiose today, because we didn't think it would make much difference to her. So, I let her do puzzles, which is her favorite thing to do. She played at the church while I exercised. I let her help with her birthday cake. She played at a friend's house while I tried to go to a meeting (that was cancelled but I wasn't notified). Then, she played outside. Perfect day for her!

She eats pretty much everything, so we didn't know what her "favorite" meal was. She really doesn't eat anything when we go out to eat. So, we had pancakes for dinner! She enjoyed that.

She loved getting presents. She got clothes for the next six months, puzzles, a card, and a train table. She's got more gifts coming, because my parents were unable to be here tonight and one of her gifts hasn't come yet.

I made Audrey a cake that I've wanted to try. I cut out a lot of recipes and this was a great opportunity to try one. She's not old enough to pick herself, so why should I give her something boring? I made a peanut butter white chocolate-cream filled cake. I thought it turned out really good! She seemed to like it as well.

She was very excited to be sung to and just giggled the whole time! She did try to blow out her candles. Scott finally helped, so I'm not sure she actually blew one out by herself, but she didn't notice. She was just happy to be trying!

We love Audrey's spazzy personality, her smile, her happy self, and everything about her. She's been a great joy to have in our family!