Maya's Third Birthday

Auntie Kate arrived in town on the 26th and preparations for Maya's birthday began immediately. The tree was taken down, decorations purchased, cupcakes ordered and the Kingdom of Maya was slowly erected. We had been practicing how to do "3" on her fingers and finally, with the day looming, Maya hollered from the backseat of the car...I can do it! Suddenly, Maya was ready for three!

The morning began with a survey of the decorations and the loot. We filled the hallway with pink balloons, outfitted her chair with princess gear and laid all of her presents out on the table. Her sleepy brain began to register the importance of the day! MORE PRESENTS!

Well, who could resist allowing that sleepy kid the pleasure of a before-breakfast-present. We, of course, had the perfect one chosen for this moment. Little did we know it would become the uniform for many days/weeks/months to come!

(note the slightly crazed, sleepy look is still present)

Grandma Elaine and Grandpa John made their way over and we all enjoyed some homemade cinnamon rolls, scrambled eggs, juice, etc. We were gearing up for the festivities for the rest of the morning/afternoon.

Grandma Sandy's balloons were a big hit. Mostly we saw a blur of pink in the sky and a blur of blue on the floor--that was Maya running laps around the house!

The Wacky Wiants joined us for some Chinese food. Then it was time for the requested "Cupcakes with Pink Frosting" (a la Pinkaliscious). Sorry Auntie Kate...but there are too many tongues in this picture to not post it! :)

Finally, we got to the present time of day...perhaps a bit too late in the day because the slightly crazed, sleepy look reappeared!
It was a wonderful day. Our gratitude and love for the presents and well wishes via the phone!


And finally, a walk down memory lane.

December 31, 2006
First Birthday

December 31, 2007
Second Birthday

December 31, 2008
Third Birthday