Grace is 6!

Hard to believe another year has gone by...and now Grace is 6!

She has really blossomed into a sweet, goofy, kind-hearted, joyful girl this past year. She is always out to make others feel special and loved. Whether is by giving lots of hugs and kisses, putting toothpaste on someones toothbrush, or writing a letter of love, she is full of ways to show kindness.

Jason and I are so very thankful for God's gift of a girl to us. Having one of each has been a blessing and we are soaking up all these wonderful memories with them at this age.

Grace's birthday took a turn when we got a call early Wednesday morning stating that there was a small fire at the school and it was cancelled for the day for cleanup. At first I thought she would be disappointed by not being with her friends, then when I told her she would spend the day with me at work she was so excited! Jackson went with Jason and enjoyed a fun day of P.E. and playing outside with the big kids. It was an unexpected special day for the both of them.

After school we went to see Rio 2 and by Grace's choice, Chili's for dinner.

Present time!

A bag that my mom made for Grace

Grace loves water, just like Jason. So the perfect gift for her is a Camelbak for kids. She loves it!

Of course we had to decorate the downstairs and her room!

Eating off of the famous "I am special today" plate from my childhood.

I made Grace a cookie cake to take to her class. (Thankfully is was still good on Thursday.) She was so excited to share her special treat with her friends.

Grace decorated a crown and her friends helped her out to make it extra colorful.

Grace and her best friend, Jenna

The tradition in Mrs. Cortez's class is to take the first bite of your birthday cake without hands. She had a hard time, but with Jason's help she was able to get a good bite with frosting over her face. It was very funny!

We had a special day celebrating with her and will always remember these special times spend with our 6 year old. She is a beam of sunshine in our lives!