Thursday, December 10, 2009

Joanna is FOUR!!!

I cannot believe it - Joanna is FOUR now! WOW!! How the time flies by. She is such a beautiful, smart, loving little girl. I am so thankful for her in our lives.



HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOANNA - WE LOVE YOU!! :)


This year we had a gymnastics party for JoJo and all her little friends. It was such a fun time. The kids had a blast and Joel and I didn't have to do anything....we just joined in and enjoyed the party like everyone else. Very nice! Thank you to all of Joanna's friends and family who came. She is so fortunate to have so many people in her life who love her so much!



Waiting to get into the Gym!!!


Joy climbing out of the blocks Our little gymnist!
Following in her sissy's footsteps!


The Birthday Girl!


Thank you to everyone who helped us celebrate with JoJo - we love you all and are so thankful for you all in our lives!

While Purple Gma was still here, we were able to also take Joanna to DisneyLand on her actual bday. It was so fun - We've wanted to take her for a long time and they were having a special to get in free on your birthday this year so we took advantage of it! JoJo got a special pin to wear that let everyone know it was her birthday and she was AMAZED that all the characters and princesses actually knew that it was her day! So special. We rode lots of rides, watched a couple shows and met LOTS of characters...most importantly, the new Princess Tiana, Prince Naveen and all the Disney Princesses. It was like heaven for Joanna. The best part was seeing her face whenever we would come up on another princess or character, the look of, "Oh my goodness, it's the REAL ....." Precious. We had a wonderful day, Joy and Joanna had so much fun - we walked, rode, ate and they got their faces painted in the princess area. I am so thankful we were able to go and am certain it's a birthday none of us will forget!! :)


The Happiest place on Earth!


Posing with Minnie Mouse


JoJo Cinderella!! (she looks SO big!)


The loves of my life...


Joy & Mommy on the Dumbo ride


JoJo & Purple Gma on Dumbo


Gma & her girls on the teacup :)


Joanna riding the carosel


And now Joy...


It's a small world afterall...


Patiently waiting to meet the Princesses


ARIEL!!!


JASMINE!!!


BELLE!!!


Pretty Butterfly...


Could she be any cuter??...


On Mickey's couch


MICKEY MOUSE!!


Back on Dumbo...our favorite ride!



Purple Gma & her girls...

We had such a wonderful time at Disneyland! The girls had such a fun time (us too!) I feel so blessed that we were able to go for the day. I know it was a memorable birthday for Joanna and one that she'll never forget! Happy Birthday JoJo!

Thanksgiving...

This year we had a wonderful Thanksgiving! Purple Grandma was able to be here with us, which the girls LOVED! We went to Grandma & Grandpa Long's house for great food, great company and even some karaoke provided by Joanna, Joy and Jillian. :) We have a lot to be thankful for this year - our family, our health, our home, the list goes on and on. We are very thankful for all the blessings in our lives.
Before Thanksgiving, but so sweet!!

Me & the girls on Thanksgiving

Purple Gma & the girls

Joanna singing some tunes

Joy trying her talent