Ellie's school doesn't allow food on birthdays, which I find rather irksome, but we made an afternoon of it in her class anyway. Nico and I got to visit her class where I read Who's Got the Apple by Jan Loof. It was an old favorite from Alex's childhood and has become a favorite of ours as well. After that, Ellie and her classmates made apples out of paper plates and construction paper. All in all, a good visit.
After waiting "forever" for Alex to get home, we had a delightful dinner of Beef Stroganoff and Green Beans (Ellie's choice). For dessert we had brownies and chocolate chip cookies as Ellie does not like cake. She requested the very center brownie; obviously she knows the finer points of brownies.
Finally, Ellie got to open her presents, and let me just say, it was so fun to watch. Ellie is super expressive on an average day, but she outdid herself when opening gifts. You'll just have to see for yourselves...
Happy Birthday Ellie!!! We are so glad you're here!
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Ellie:
We are also glad you are who you are and in our lives.
Grandpa and Grandma Anderson
Ha ha I love the reactions! Hopefully the skirt fit ok, as it seems she likes it well enough...We love you SO MUCH Ellie, I hope to come and see you soon.
Happy Birthday Ellie!
Happy Birthday, Ellie! We're glad you're here too :)
Thanks for the pictures! I thought about our Ellie all day on her birthday and wished I could have been there with you. The pictures made it seem like we didn't really miss EVERYTHING. Thanks!
Happy Birthday to Ellie! It looks like she had a great birthday.
Happy Birthday Ellie!
Ellie, I love your zest for life! and your taste in birthday treats. Brownies are the best, especially if your mom is making them. Enjoy being 7!
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