Big Sister Ava & the Birthday Party

Birthday Party: Ava, Katherine (birthday girl), & Mariah So excited for the first "friend" birthday party

"Cheese"

Daddy and the two munchkins all ready for bed!

Loves her "footie" jammies!

Bouncing Owen in his seat to keep him happy while Mom is busy getting supper ready

Ava was invited to her first "friend" birthday party. When we recieved the invitation in the mail and I told Ava about it, she couldn't have been more excited. She just loves birthdays! One of her friends, Katherine, from Luverne had her 4th birthday party at the Pizza Ranch. Ava loved shopping for a present for Katherine although she did point out a few things she'd like for herself. When the party day actually arrived, Ava couldn't wait to get ready to go. The party was busy and chaotic with lots of little kids and moms. Ava seemed to enjoy herself and playing with all the kids. Katherine had a ball!

Brad and I are very proud of Ava for taking up the big sister role wo well. When it is just Ava, Owen, and myself at home all day, she really is such a good helper. She often anticipates the things I will need for Owen and bring them to me without me having to ask her. She can sometimes get him to stop crying in his bouncy when I'm busy doing other things. Ava can't stand when Owen cries and will tell me "Pick Owen up Mommy, he is crying" or "Mommy, Owen needs a drink of milk.". She is so concerned about him. She always wants to know where Owen is. I've tried to do some things in the evenings when Brad is home that are just her and I, so she still feels like she has some time with Mom. It usually isn't anything big, but maybe running to the grocery store. Last night, we were on our way to the store, just her and I, and she asked me if Owen could come along :) I think she likes having someone in the backseat with her!