Briella is 6

 Briella has been excited for first grade for weeks and even though it was early, she was happy to head off to school Tuesday morning.  She came home telling me that her teacher was a nice lady and she thinks first grade will be fun.  Oh and she only has one naughty boy in her class this year . . .

We celebrated her 6th birthday with G & G P in town :)  I think Briella enjoyed the extra attention and excitement on her birthday.  Here is her purple sprinkle cake.  (Two cakes in 8 days is a bit much, but I'm off until March!!)  She brought party popcorn (with almond bark and sprinkles on it) for a birthday treat, she said everyone said thank you and they liked it, except A(the naughty boy)...

It is hard to imagine we have a 6 year old now!!  She is so happy to be 6, to have her own Polly Pockets and a watch!!  Briella is a blessing to our family, a great big sister and helper.  She loves her family and friends and is very thoughtful at times.  She loves her dolls (and now Pollys) and enjoys pushing Asher around in a stroller outside.  We enjoy listening to her read, watching her grow in kindness and understanding of God and His creation.

Asher Turns TWO

 Asher was excited to open his presents this year and has already had lots of fun building knocking down towers with his new foam blocks and love his little construction trucks from G & G Buys.  I 'braided' the edge of a fleece blanket and he is loving that as well.  This is possibly the best gift giving we've had--everything was exciting.  He said, "WOAH, woah, woah," many times!!

 He was with his rocket cake as well, especially the fire :)

We can't believe he is two already!!  We have enjoyed his enthusiasm for tucks and animals while driving down the road,  his effort to run to keep up with Gideon, and his motivation to learn to ride a 2 wheeler (!! yes, he wants to sit on the big bikes and after about a minute my back starts to hurt).  He is a generous hugger and recently added kissing to his skills.  He is on the quiet side and more laid back than his siblings.  We love our little guy!!