It's official, she's 4

Saturday was Madeline's 4th birthday. I am still having trouble comprehending how quickly she's growing up. The morning began with her saying "Mama, I am SO OLD!!!". The idea that she starts kindergarten in one year is troubling to me. When I think back to August 30, 2004 I can still remember the ditinct feelings of holding her for the first time and looking in to those beautiful eyes. It sounds corny but they do grow up so fast...

Pictures from the party:

Maddie's Dora cake (a lot more work than last years Elmo by the way)


Kieran telling Maddie "See Maddie, I'll be as big as you when I am 4!"


Cake time!


These three look related though I am not sure why...


PRESENTS!!!!

Coffee Filters + Water Colors = Art Project

I am rather impressed by myself actually!

Maddie wants a cat

Maddie wants a cat for her birthday which Kevin and I agree is absolutely out of the question.

As a surprise I have decided to try my hand at sewing and make her a stuffed one (or what we refer to in our home as a "stuffy"). I found this cute pattern on one of my favorite artsy blogs. Wish me luck!

(Did I mention I don't sew?)