waking up 5

since the big -5- 

the little or should i say, not so little one, has felt different.

the day after her party we decided to brave the chill and go on an exploration walk 

(with her princess balloon of course)

and fill her basket 

with treasures.

 by the time we returned home the basket was over flowing.

her first day back to school since reaching this milestone was special.

she made sure to wear her new hair accents and messenger bag.

she proudly told her teachers upon arrival, 

"I am taller today because I am 5"

::precious::

this way of life

this film touched me.

reminding me of the own stirrings of my heart.

best birthday weekend ever

::5::

i planned to post a nice, sappy letter to her

but i will keep that private.

it truly was a special and emotional weekend for me.

last year pollywog wasn't with us on her birthday.

so to have her in my arms this year and be 

able to give her the "little girl party" i have always dreamed of

was literally a prayer answered.

over the weekend i have wiped away happy tears

 as i think about the joy of having this angel in my life.

reflecting on the journey we have been on.

words truly are not enough.

ballet recital

today was a busy and very special day

  at school pollywog's class celebrated her birthday

complete with rainbow cupcakes, not one but TWO treasure box picks

and the honor of LINE LEADER all day!

She was beaming each time I passed her in the hallway.

 then this evening she performed in her first ever ballet recital!

Although shy, she did wonderful and it was mommy's turn to beam!

She was given a special diploma and her teacher even sang happy birthday to her.

 

Our friends/family came to honor pollywog's special day!

what a special day for such a special little one

and her birthday isn't even till tomorrow.

with a full heart and a sleepy body this little one is off to bed 

to rest up for a weekend celebrating

her life and beautiful presence in all of our lives.

tis'

custom made wrapping paper

late season apple sauce upon her request

 mmmmmmm

a bubbie styled little one

 a new holiday dress

 that spins just right