Mackenzie's 5th Birthday!

It's hard to believe it was 5 years ago today that we welcomed this sweet baby into our lives. 

What's even harder to believe is that my sweet baby has turned 5!  We are so proud of the little girl that you have grown into.  You have a huge heart, a hysterical personality, and a determination to learn and try new things.  In fact, just this Summer, you learned how to tie your shoes, jump rope and swim without floats.  You are a bit of a perfectionist, and sometimes get frustrated if you can't master something right away.  But you will NOT give up and will sit for hours practicing something until you have figured it out.  I hope you keep this determination always. 

To start off the birthday weekend with a bang, your cousins, Aunt Kate and Uncle Buzz came up for a sleepover.  You were so suprised and loved having them here for a weekend of fun. 

We also celebrated your birthday at Pump It Up, a place in town with inflatables.  It was a big hit! 

And, on your official birthday (Tuesday) Mommy and Daddy took a half day off work and picked you up before naptime (your least favorite time of the day at daycare) and suprised you with an afternoon movie, The Smurf's.  You were SO excited to get to leave school early! We finished off the day with Boston Market for dinner, a bike ride, and a nice warm bubble bath before bed.

We are so honored to be your parents, and love watching you learn and grow.  We are so proud of the big sister that you are.  While you can be rough and tumble at times, you also impress us with your thoughtfulness.   During daycare drop offs, when your brother is crying (and without any prompting), you console him by saying "Don't worry, Caleb.  School is cool.  You will play, eat lunch, go outside.  It is so much fun, brother!"  (You say this, even though you are just as heartbroken to have to go, but put on a brave face just for your brother).You are wise and kind beyond your years! 

Happy birthday, Kenzie Roo!  We love you!