Much better the second time around

We had a party for Natalie's 3rd birthday on May 12th since we will be gone on her actual birthday.  Where will we be gone you ask?  Jamaica.  Yeah, that's right.  We might put some pictures up of that also for those interested.  But I digress (which I have been doing a lot lately as the idea of going on a vacation is very distracting).  So, we had a birthday party.  Outside.  Again.  It rained.  Again.  This time Amy had the foresight to move it up earlier in the afternoon to avoid the storms which usually come during the evening here.  It worked for the most part.  Rain came at the end, but we were able to eat, open presents, and have cake all outside.  The party was really winding down when the drops started to fall.

Overall it was a raging success compared to last year.  Thanks for all who came and for all the gifts.  She loves them all as I don't think there is a single toy that she hasn't played with for at least an hour.

In year three of Natalie's life we will hope for improved listening, less pouting, more picking up after herself, and lots of love.  I think we will get one of those things.  That is more than we could ever ask for.

Lily was a great helper.

Natalie really wanting to blow out the candles.

PS  I will make sure Amy makes an appearance in the Jamaica photos.  I have a feeling there will be plenty.