Four generations

Turning Four

We had Gracie's 4th birthday party with a mermaid theme (sort-of). 

It was mostly just a relaxed family party ;)

 Special guests from Lubbock: Nana, Tracie, Ross, Brandon, and Sierra. Plus the RG crew, Aunt Kaki, and Nannie! Marmee and Grandpa were our lovely hosts.

Gracie had dramatic reactions to all her gifts - huge gasps, hands to cheeks, and high-pitched squeals over mermaids, gymnastics leotards, her Merida doll and costume, a Hello Kitty bank, an art set, and adorable outfits.

When it was all over, she played hard with her new toys, then passed out at 6:45. Sweet dreams, my big girl...

Meeting her Namesake

July Portrait: Gracie

My spunky little firecracker - in 10 days, she'll be four.  I'm afraid to blink!

Something Special

Something special happened the day Evlyn was born. My little man grew up. He became more helpful, focused, and patient. He started showing love freely and generously.