Charlotte's Birthday

Charlotte turned 7 on Saturday. We planned a fabulous Horse theme party; unfortunately a few girls could come because of the snow storm. But, those that came had a great time.

Please allow me to show off my adorable decorations.

Thank goodness for cardboard!

I made the horse pennants out of  calendars from the dollar store. They were so cute, and are now hanging in Charlotte's bedroom.

We started with a game of pin the  party hat on the horse, and a horse Bingo game. Then each girl got to "adopt" a pony with its very own stable (thanks to Dad for making these awesome stables; they LOVED them!)

The girls spent a solid hour coloring, and adding stickers, jewels and sparkly hearts to their stables.

I was super excited when Charlotte said she wanted cupcakes this year; a cake take much more time and energy!

They were simple, cute and so tasty!

Her very own "American Girl Doll". Shh, don't tell her its a Target knock-off.

This cute picture is capturing the surprise of a gift she didn't think she was getting (see below).

Olivia and Charlotte played Barbies and ponies all weekend. The poor Barbies had to endure frequent attacks from dinosaurs and dragons; she's still pretty dino crazy! 

Charlotte is getting so big; she's as tall as a third grader! She loves all thing horses of course; and is still in love with dinosaurs. I am predicting that 7 will be the year of the Barbie Doll! She continues to be a super sweet sister and is constantly looking out for little sis. So far, we're raising a pretty sweet girl! Ask me again in 10 years!!!

Let it snow!!!

The girls woke up to the sight of fresh snow on Friday morning. They've been talking about how they miss the snow in Arizona and I've been reminding them that snow is very rare in our part of Oregon. So the few inches we got was a much welcome surprise! I got to take 2 "free" days off of work because of dangerous road conditions. We took advantage of our time together and played in the snow, made treats, went to the movies (saw Frozen-it was cute and rather appropriate on a snow day) and played a lot of Barbie Dolls.

 Luckily we still have some snow clothes from our snowy days in AZ.  I think they are so cute in their snow pants.

We didn't have any proper snow play toys; so the rake had to suffice. Later I gave the girls "reindeer rides" down the street; which was me pulling them on a tarp. Fun and exhausting!

Finn thinks snow is just another food source, he loves to eat it.

It was a fun weekend!

Thanksgiving

I need to give thanks to Andrea and her amazing cooking! I didn't take many pictures during our visit, but these were the most important. Had a great time! I'm so thankful to be closer to family (at least 1/2 of them!)

A friend for Molly Doll

While I was home with sick girls last week, I finished sewing a friend for Molly Doll (and Charlotte). Charlotte named her Lilac.

Lilac was supposed to have long braids; but I didn't make her hair quite long enough; so she ended up with ponytails.

They also got a pair of new pajamas this week (the girls each picked their own fabric). They turned out so cute. Charlotte and Olivia have been having fun getting them ready for bed each night.

Olivia loves her doll. She sleeps with Molly each night and takes her to school almost everyday for her "napping buddy".

Charlotte has been more excited than I thought about her doll; since she is more of a dinosaur gal. Char and Liv have been playing  all sort s of cute imaginary games with them; like pet shop or tea party. Now I need a new sewing project!

Halloween

My little mermaid and zebra. I wish I had a shot of Charlotte's cute zebra tail.

Olivia was wearing sparkly makeup all over-she felt so special.

Charlotte's face paint looks more like ceremonial aboriginal make-up than a zebra; but that is the best I could do with the 2 minutes I had to get them ready between work and go time!

They both got enough candy to last a while.

I can't figure out why this is sideways, sorry. Several of us dressed as pirates at work-it was a fun and sugary day. 

Family Picture Time!

Here's a dose of beautiful fall colors and little girl cuteness...