Birthday Preparations....again!

Beginning the birthday preparations for this little girl today. That means all the blue, orange, and green decorations come down, and start putting up the pink and purple stuff. Can't believe she is going to be 7!! That is just crazy to me. I vividly remember taking this picture a little over 6 years ago. So, we begin getting ready for party #2 of the week, with a fresh bunch of ballons and another cake! And, of course, presents. Grace is getting her ears pierced tomorrow for her b-day! A HUGE deal in the Ward household. Daddy was holding out for her to wait until she was a few years older, but we (and Grandma Ward!!) convinced him she is ready. Big day tomorrow, and she has requested Olive Garden for lunch. :) My kids are suckers for those free breadsticks! Love you Gracie girl! Can't believe you are almost 7....and looking at that picture to the right makes me realize how fast it all goes. Man do I miss those crazy pigtail, rainboot, saggy diaper days. I know when I was in the thick of those days I didn't appreciate it enough. I was in "survival" mode with all three of you being SO little. Now that life has become a little easier, I can assure you I am drinking it ALL in. All of it! Your daddy and I can't imagine our lives without you in it. You have added so much laughter in this home. And we both love your sweet giggle that can make anyone around you start laughing. Our cups runneth over Gracie girl and we are so thankful God gave you to us!! Can't wait to celebrate you tomorrow and see what God has in store for you this year.