Her Birthday Dinner..and the Elmo Cake

We had to wait until Em got home from practice to have her "party".  It killed her.  The waiting was treacherous, but so well worth it to share it with big sis.  This sweet, sweet girl just loved every part of her day, every gift, every song, and every ounce of love she received.  I have to say that today was one of the happiest days of my momma life as I watched this wonderful little treasure understand and accept being cherished by her family.  BEAUTIFUL!

 She has been sitting next to this cake ALL. DAY. LONG.  Waiting until this evening was brutal.

 As we were eating our Chinese take out, she said thank you momma. Melt my heart baby girl!  Melt my heart!

 I am three years old..she says.  We have been practicing all day.

 Finally with about ten minutes left to wait, she started digging in with her fingers.  There were several chunks missing by the time Em and Daddy arrived home.

 The happy birthday girl being sung to by her adoring family.

 She didn't even wait for a slice to be cut.  She dug right in.

 Daddy joined in.

Her three small gifts made her so very happy.  She had one from each of her sisters and was so very excited to open them.  Happy Third Birthday Precious Anna Mei!  We love you!