Sophia’s turns 3!! + Party Sneak Peek

August 31, 2011

Yesterday our Sophia turned 3 years old!!
We love you sweetie so much!! From the first moment we knew we were having you we were sooo in love with you. You were kicking me wiggling around from the start.. I remember watching my entire belly move around. people across the room would notice!! you were ready to join the world… you are full of life and are always making us smile! 



Three years of snuggles with Daddy..
and mommy tip toeing to grab the camera and sneak a photo before you wake up! ;)


She is just the sweetest little girl..
loves her ‘nuggles’ and cheesy roll ups. 
Anything fairies, princesses and mermaids!
Oh and pirates. we acted like pirates all afternoon..
I made eye patches from headbands and felt. 
sashes from leftover ikea red and white striped fabric. 
I never realized how difficult it is to see with an eye patch on..haha. But I LOVE those silly moments with my sophie. She is such a blessing..and lights up my world. She is potty trained! yay! I’m beyond proud of her and soooooooo glad to only have 1 size of diapers in my purse right now. haha. Having her has made me such a better person. a more tired one maybe..;)..but I know that she has helped me to give of myself more..to love more and to be simple. I love the story time..the little “ohhh myyy gosh mommy!!” moments when she thinks I’m the most amazing mom when I do something crafty for her. The random dance parties. The “your the best mommy.” I love everything about being sophie’s mommy…and every day I see her growing and learning and i’m so proud of her. I love our sweet little conversations with each other. and how she says sneakers..neakers. and calls the van her van car. she makes everyone around her so happy..and puts up with everyone touching her curly awesome hair. she is going to do something amazing. Sienna loves her so much too…she thinks she is turning 3 like her big sister instead of 1. She is such a good big sister/”mommy” 
Happy Birthday Sophia!! 
xoxoxo
(here’s the present we gave her..Been on the hunt for one on craigslist for weeks.. ben came home the other morning with a super deal from a garage sale down the street. 
love my bargain hunting hubby! the girls LOVEE their sweet ride. sienna loves to chat on the phone while sophia drives. perfect present for their age. score. we are awesome parents. ::pat on back::)
I have been a bit absent on my blog here lately with trying to keep up with everything going on right now. But things should settle down after this weekend and I seriously can’t wait to share with you all the fun projects
 i’ve been doing and the fun adventures we’ve been having! 
Here’s a tease of the party DIY Projects I’ve been working on…..




Late night sewing..and faux birch tree cookie stand making! 
(i love me some concrete form tubes!) :)
(mobile upload)
Castle building! we had a picnic outside the castle yesterday..
painting it once they go to bed tonight!

Hope you are having a great week. 
The other day I was going to post….but I took a nap instead.
haha. I thought the blog world would understand.. ;)

Can’t wait to share all the tutorials and party details. you are gonna love love. All the busy work is totally worth it for the happy squeals i’ve been getting from my girls. :)

  • Jazmyn Alexandria
    August 31, 2011 at 1:22 pm

    Aww Happy Birthday to you little girl. Both of your little girls are super cute!! Looks like they had fun preparing for the party too. :)

  • Kathy Marie
    August 31, 2011 at 1:30 pm

    Happy Birthday, Sophie and Sienna! I’ll have to be careful while I’m out on my walk so I don’t get run over by the jeep. :-) Sophie looks like a driving pro. Enjoy your girls now, Natalie — you (and they) will treasure all these precious memories when they are no longer little girls!

    Peace and God bless,
    Kathy

  • Marjorie
    August 31, 2011 at 2:04 pm

    happy 3rd birthday to her! my oldest (a boy) also turned 3 today :)

    what a great deal on the barbie car, looks brand new.

  • Stephanie of Gumdrop Pass
    August 31, 2011 at 2:21 pm

    Aww, Happy Birthday to Sophia! The pictures are just BEYOND cute.

    I know what you mean about having turned into a better person since having your little one(s). It just CHANGES you – I feel the same way! :)

    I’m excited to see what all you’ve been working on! Have a wonderful day! :)

  • Krista
    August 31, 2011 at 3:15 pm

    So sweet! What lovely memories you’re making with your girls :)

  • Meggie
    August 31, 2011 at 4:56 pm

    Your girls are absolutely GORGEOUS!!!
    It only reminds me of how badly I want children of my own!!

  • Lavender and Lilies
    August 31, 2011 at 10:32 pm

    Such a cutie. I love the pics. I hope you are well!

  • Jen @ RamblingRenovators
    September 1, 2011 at 9:41 am

    Happy 3rd birthday Sophia! Its beautiful to see how she’s grown as a little girl and as a big sister. Thanks for sharing these memories with us (those snuggles with Daddy are too cute).

  • Sarah
    September 1, 2011 at 10:14 am

    Natalie, you have got to be one of the most beautiful pregnant people! That picture of you is stunning! Happy Birthday to your little miracle!

  • banner printing
    September 1, 2011 at 11:46 pm

    Happy birthday to you cute little girl! Gorgeous work,I love the shot with the brown tones, and this little beauty with her mother is fabulous! These photos are simply precious!

  • Cheryl E.
    September 7, 2011 at 8:31 am

    These pictures are precious and your girls are so beautiful.