Hard to Believe She's 3..

Saturday was Lily's actual 3rd birthday even though we celebrated with her party two weeks ago.

This year, I cannot believe more than ever that my precious baby is already 3! The time has flown by so fast. There is nothing she can't do or say. She is so smart and talented, and I am more proud every day that she's mine.

To think that her next party, she will be 4, makes me sad :( Four is old, but don't get me wrong, I enjoy every day with our sweetheart. She is the best blessing that God could ever give BJ and I.

I cherish every moment with her, and at this time of year, especially, I am thankful for my wonderful family - my husband, and our princess, Lily!

Lily's 50's Elvis Birthday Party

This past Saturday, Lily had her 3rd birthday party (she turns 3 November 28.) I always start planning in July every year and this year when we asked her what she wanted, she always said an Elvis party. (My mom got her to loving Elvis and she loves Jailhouse Rock.) An Elvis party with a 50's theme was our plan and it turned out wonderfully.

We couldn't have asked for a prettier day and it was so easy to have a fifties party, so many ideas out there to help me out.

Here is Lily all dressed up in her poodle skirt from Ebay. She was so pretty and so grown up.


Here is some of the decorations and Lily's cake. The lady that made her first bday cake made this one and it turned out perfect. Very yummy too!


Here is Lily with her cousins, Erin and Jayla before the party.


Lily posing with her cake.


Closeup of the cake


We had a hula hoop contest and the kids were so funny! Lily loved it!


BJ and I in our 50's attire

The birthday tent before everyone arrived.


We had a very special guest at the party - Elvis himself dropped by! I found his outfit at a local discount store (Dirt Cheap) for $7!!

Elvis and his mom



Our family pic with Elvis


Elvis and his favorite little girl. Elvis was a hit and everyone thought he was so funny. We had a fun time watching him dance and entertain everyone.

Time to open presents. She got so much and was so sweet and thanked everyone individually.



Excited over her iron crowns that she got from Aunt Sue and Uncle Jackie. She thought they went on her head.


Posing with some of her friends


Some of her best friends - Lily, Jancie, Aimree, and Allie Jewel


Everyone posed behind this car stand-up that my handy dad built.


It was a great party. Everything turned out perfect and it was a beautiful day.

Vacation

We are enjoying a week of vacation this week, mostly at home, and its been great so far. We are getting ready for the big 3 year old Elvis-50's party this weekend. Lily is so excited and so are we!

Look for lots of pics and details coming soon!

Now back to enjoying a week devoted to spending time with my family and just catching up on some things around the house.