She's Three

On January 21st, 2010, Elsie turned three. No big fanfare or anything, just a really nice time with immediate family and her best friend Evey and the Myers.

What a fun and interesting three years it has been! Elsie has learned and grown so much. We love her.

Without further ado.... pictures.

 

A winged Elsie in a BEAUTIFUL outfit her ever-talented Halmuni made for her.

 

Closer view of the outfit. Good color for her!

 

The overachiever version of cupcakes from her loving mommy. 

 

It didn't take much cajoling to get her in her princess dress that her Aunt Jennifer and Uncle Ed got for her.

 

Evey in the fairy princess outfit.... and Andrew's butt. I couldn't crop this without making it look really awkward.... which Andrew is probably feeling right about now.

 

The princesses.

 

Can you tell that the teen years are going to be fun?

 

Our little girl.

Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward. - Psalm 127:3

You are such an amazing blessing to us Elsie. We love you. Happy birthday Elsie-girl!

It's Not All Roses

So, it has occurred to me lately that most of this blog is flowers, smiles, and blissful moments and as we all know, the contrasting moments make these so sweet.

The last week has been one of those weeks with the girl. You know (or maybe not), one of those weeks where you would trade your child for a bag of Skittles?.. and not even a big bag, just a Halloween fun-size.

So here are some thoughts from the dark side of the moon.

• Soon to be parents or parents with newborn/infants - For whom does the bell toll? YOU. Your turn is coming.
• Parents that either have kids that are this age, or parents that have older kids - pray for us, you know where we're at.
• Parents that can't relate at all - please send us a sample of your happy pills.

Discipline your son, for there is hope. Do not set your heart on putting him to death. - Proverbs 19: 18

Harrumph.

Sure He Smiles, but Does He Laugh?

Anyone who has met, or seen pictures of the boy knows that he smiles. A lot.

Interestingly enough, while he smiles more than Elsie did, he definitely doesn't laugh like she did. As a matter of fact, it's somewhat of a challenge to get him to laugh.... unless you're Elsie.


Laughing with Sister from Fred Choi on Vimeo.

Not Hiding Behind the Lens

I'm usually the one hiding behind the viewfinder of the camera, but here are a few pics Dana snapped that came out. Please keep comments positive.

Discussing the upcoming photo session.

Level of participation - low.

Good enough... and with a 2.5 year old, good enough is perfection.