EASTER CHICK

Even though this wasn't your first Easter, it was the first Easter where you were big enough to participate in all the glory of the holiday, and participate you DID!

First there was the Easter Egg Hunt, which girlfriend, you knew exactly what to do, like it was just in your blood to find those eggs!  It was soooo CUTE!

you took off after B.

Finding the CANDY!

Eating the candy!

love these simple moments

your little fingers, already full of jellybeans cheeks, wispy blonde hair

you are so perfect

so lovey

so wonderful

Oh yeah, a mouth FULL of jellybeans, life is good.

Showing Dad your loot!

Later that day we decorated eggs!  You were pretty interested in all the colors.  You kept blowing in the glass and you even tried mixing colors, much to the distress of your big sister Julia!  ;)

Lauren so lovingly was teaching you about this

getting a closer look.

LOVE this shot of you!  You got so excited when you saw the eggs come out colored.  Not sure if you were really impressed or just mimicking everyone else's reaction, but it was precious!  You are really into mimicking right now.  ;)

you're always right in the midst of the action- you're not about to miss out on ANYTHING!  Love that you're down to your diaper - Mama knew you would be dangerous around all those dyes.

We finished the night with some yummy treats- your favorite thing ever- TREATS!

EASTER MORNING....

you had just tooted really LOUD and we were all cracking up!!

wearing your new sunglasses "mama style"!

CAAAAAAAAAAAAANDY!!!!!!!

You were crying and freaking out about not being able to get into everyone's baskets, until you figured out there was a BUNCH of candy in YOUR basket.  Then you was all sorts of happy.

 Looking for easter eggs from the Bunny.  Not the most thrilling event of your life.

 CHOCOLATE FACE

quintessential easter morning picture

you rock!

Some shots we took before church....

 i made these skirts for each of you girls this year.  it was a challenge, but they turned out so cute!  i love dressing up my little dollies!

 Oh, angel girl.  You have sooooo much personality.  You pose, you make the BEST faces that are always so full of expression, and you have very strong opinions.  I love what a STRONG spirit you are, you are confident and determined.  You are sweet and obedient as well.  All these things mix together to make you just one AMAZING girl and I am so so so very thankful you are MINE and that you came to our family.  You are such a miracle and blessing and I am grateful EVERY DAY for you!

even when you give me your pouty face! ;)

 You're adorable and you know it!