Emma is 9!

Emma is now nine years old!  The happy day came in early April and we had a great time celebrating.  She wanted a friend party this year.  We decided on an American Girl doll themed party and it was a lot of fun to plan.  Many friends came and it was a success!  Here she is on her actual birthday opening gifts.
 

We did a fashion show with their dolls.  The girls chose outfits to dress their dolls in and then they each took a turn walking the runway, complete with music and a spotlight.  :)
 
The whole crew!


 

 I made regular sized cupcakes for the girls and mini-sized cupcakes for their dolls.  So cute!

 

Being silly!


 


We had a family dinner the following Sunday and Emma requested red beans and rice, cornbread, a veggie tray, and fruit salad.  Yum!  This is her birthday cheesecake.  It was delicious!
  

We are entering the 'tween' years with this little girl and I can't believe it!  She still has her stubborn, strong-willed streak, but is also very sweet and funny.  We love her so much!