This year it seems we dragged out the celebrating extra long, but it was fun!!! (I think Vanessa is still celebrating with her many balloons still floating around the play room and the persistent requests for happy cake.) Of course Vanessa began celebrating weeks ago. :) The rest of us joined her on August 1. We had a small party and Vanessa was so excited to see some of us gather for her. She carried her helium balloons around, proudly showing them to every person as they entered and reentered the room. She was blessed with many special and fun treats. We celebrated more the following Monday when more family came to visit.
Then on Thursday, August 6, Vanessa woke to balloons the birthday fairy so generously hung in the play room. They had to be cut down within a few hours because Vanessa couldn't stand not being able to reach them. :) We spent the morning playing and picnicking at a nearby park, since being outside is one of her favorite things. We then took a small nap and later celebrated again with ice cream cupcakes from Cold Stone Creamery, which Vanessa really enjoyed. (This also provided a second blowing out of candles since the first time, on the 1st, became a little scary after almost burning her face. She was extra careful the second time.)
It is hard to believe we just celebrated Vanessa's second birthday. It's also hard to believe she's now been with us for 63,515,940 seconds (at the time of this post.) Every second is worth celebrating.
