Another year...another birthday
As Sydney came down stairs this morning, I played Happy Birthday on my violin.
Then she excitedly looked around at all the decorations.
Usually I ask what the girls want for their birthday meals, but this year I just surprised Sydney. Breakfast was Golden Grahams and lunch was Kraft mac and cheese. Not the healthiest options, but Golden Grahams was a must because of the name and Kraft mac and cheese is her favorite and I rarely let her have it. She was pleasantly surprised.
We did a little bit of school in the morning, but mostly we talked to grandparents on the phone, made the cake and practiced violin.
After lunch we got into the car and I handed Sydney two envelopes - each with a surprise destination inside. First we went to the zoo! The girls BEG me to go to the zoo and this year we have a family membership (thanks Grandma and Grandpa Hall). Although it was pretty rainy and so much of the zoo is outdoors, we still had a great time. And we saw less than 20 other people.
Kayleigh is whistling to the birds in the African aviary.
After the zoo and frozen yogurt place, we headed home. Sydney chose Chinese food for her birthday dinner and we put the finishing touches on the cake.
Syd got this very cool dragon puppet from Grandma and Grandpa Redman and she hasn't let go of it since she opened it. Just look at the pics below and you'll see it's in every one.
It was a fun day celebrating a great girl!
We ended it with a number 9 sparkler....
WOW What a cool birthday!! It makes this Grandma smile! Loved the cake, decorations, table and food choices!! Jill, you make your Momma proud!!!
ReplyDeleteMiss Sydney is so beautiful!!! I can not believe how grown up she is! Your pictures of the day are awesome!!!
Love the pic of Syd and her Mommy
Was she excited about the helicopter!!!
Looks like a great birthday! I love all the decorations and cake. Hope she got our video message- pretty sad but we tried! Have u received Sarah's Christmas and b-day bracelets she sent the girls? Not sure if they get thru the mail since they aren't flat:) Can't believe she is 9!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic birthday celebration!! Sydney, you are one very lucky girl to be surrounded by so much love and we're a very lucky family to have our Sydney Grace! I was so impressed with all the decorations, the cake, the gifts and especially the beautiful birthday girl. So glad you had such a special day. We love you!!
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