Elise turns 2!

My baby is growing up....she turned two this weekend.  My, how those 2 years has flown.  Elise Faith is such a joy.  All of our girls bring us much joy, but there is something about that 18-24 month age that is so innocent and happy and cheerful.  And Elise has always had a very content and happy disposition....so I think that adds to the joy she brings to our household.

We celebrated her birthday with my parents and Brandon's parents.  She sure does love her grandparents!

Elise & Norah with Grandpa Mike who calls Elise "monkey" and Norah is "tiger." 

Elise and her Grandma Cindy :) 

We had a fun party....she really got into it this year.  She understood opening gifts and has mastered telling her sisters that these were hers.  For the first time, I have been hearing her say - "No!  My toy!"  Sounded kinda funny, but of course, wouldn't want her to get into that habit.....hehe.  Today she was telling me she wanted more presents.

A few things about my "Lisi" girl:

• She adores her older sisters and is beginning to copy everything that they do.....
  
• She adores animals - especially dogs.  If they look her way, as someone is walking one by us, she has to tell us, "He likes me!"  
  
• She enjoys puzzles, dancing, and most of all, her baby dolls.
• She is super laid back and a "go-with the flow" kinda gal.  (I guess you don't have a choice when you're the 3rd child, huh?)
• And she absolutely LOVES her blankie, and we don't leave home without it!!!
  
  
  
  
  
  Elise - looking forward to seeing how you grow and change in this third year of your life.  We thank God for the amazing blessing that you are to our family.  Happy birthday!