Ruby's Birthday

Today was a very special day. Ruby turned 4 years old! We were invited to her princess party. Here she is in her first outfit of the evening. She's holding one of her special balloons and the card that Nana and Papa sent her addressed to Princess Ruby. She spent the morning memorizing the poem inside.

Everyone got crowns to wear. Remind me to put 'crown maker' on my resume.

Our visit to their house started the same way it has for the past 5 months. The kids wash their hands and then clamor to hold Baby Milo.

Apparently one of Ben's favorite games lately is to pretend to be "Baby Miwo".

Here is Prince Levi and Prince Ben. Kelly and I were the fairy godmothers of the evening. We donned formal gowns (thanks to past stints as bridesmaids), as well as jewelry and magic wands. Unfortunately I didn't get any flattering shots so you won't find a photographic record here.

It's hard to believe these crazy kids have a four year old.

The amazing castle cake that Kelly made. The kids were VERY excited about tearing into this. Note Ruby's costume change.

One of Ruby's presents: her very own keyboard that gets to stay in her room.

Third costume change. She's modeling the new pjs she received.

We love you Ruby!

Ruby turns 3 (and here, too).

Ruby turns 2.