Claire is 2! (going on 5)

Claire will be turning 2 tomorrow! Whenever we ask her how old she is going to be, she says "two" and then holds up all five fingers and says, "Five! Five!" We celebrated Friday night with an Elmo party. She was so excited about her party and everyday would say, "Elmo party?" I think she is a lot like her mama at social occasions. She likes to sit back and watch more than be the center of attention. We had a lot of fun and Claire warmed up after a while.

Claire has brought so much joy to our family. She has a spunk in her personality that is hard to explain, but everyone sees. She can also be very determined at times. (notice the scratches on her face in the pictures. She was scratched at daycare by a little boy. Something about a toy, but she held her own!) Since she was born, people have said that she always seems to be thinking and that there is a lot going on in her little head. We would agree. She is so sweet with her sister as long as they both don't want the same toy. I love to watch them play together. I love to hear her say, "Duv you, Sadie." I also love that although she may get upset about some things, she gets over it quickly and seems to forgive easily. She loves to play with her Daddy and her laugh is contagious, but I have to admit that one of my favorite things about Claire are the times when she decides that only Mamma will do and says, "I neeeeed Mama. I neeeeeed Mama."

We love you Claire! Happy Birthday!

Enjoying some pizza!

Sadie enjoying the party! She had a great time. She came up to me and said, "Mamma, thank you for inviting my friends to Claire's party."

It was a great group of kids. Here's Jenny helping get Claire settled.

And here is where Claire ended up. She loves Les. She ate a couple bites at her chair and then was off to Les.

Claire didn't know quite what to do when everyone started singing.

Finally got a quick smile!

She did enjoy opening some presents. She would open one and then take it to show to everyone.

Thanks to all of our friends for making it such a great night to celebrate Claire!