My daughter has a very poetic way of describing the world around her. Although this picture does not do nature justice, the recent rain had left a wet sparkle on the branches. As the sun set behind it Maddie said, "Look at that tree...its on fire." AND at that moment in time, the sun indeed had captured every drop in an orange shine of fire. BEAUTIFUL...my girl and all the small gifts from mother nature. 
A Thomas the Tank Engine theme and great family and friends brought this busy little boy into his third year with a big "Whoo Whoo!" At the climbing structure known as FUNTASTIC, we brought our party guests all together for the joy that is Daniel Louis. He didn't stop moving except for an occasional drink and eventually for chocolate candy. There was a cake that Mommy and Grandma were very proud of, but the chocolate hearts that decorated the table won over this little candy bandit. It was appropriate, since they were Dove chocolates with a D in the middle of each one. Just like this guy was in all of our hearts on his birthday and always!
Could we ask for more? Our sweet little girl with a gift for observation has turned six! She is kind but opinionated, collected but passionate, sassy but genuinely sweet. She is a true Aquarius- two sides of one coin with a tendency to insist on what is fair and balanced. Which is probably how she ended up with two birthday parties- with a pinata and theme for each!
Yes, she is six! And I wouldn't want her any other way than how she is right here, right now. We love you Maddog! 
