Zora turns 3!
From the 23rd
Zora’s birthday party was fun. She has been talking about her birthday party for weeks already, insisting that she wanted balloons, cake, party hats and presents. (although she was never specific about the presents part, which made me giggle a bit). She decided she wanted a “Dora” party. Party guests included: The 2 Opas (although she is starting to call Grandma “Oma” now sometimes…but she is still an “Opa” most of the time) and Robert’s family. We had pizza and cake and ice cream, then opened the presents.
Dad’s hat cracked me up
I think she was as excited to give the gift as Zora was to get it. (Polly Pockets)
Zane helped pick out a Leapster for Zora. He thought she would like the green more than the pink one. For some reason, he was really intent on her opening his gift. As soon as it was opened, he wanted to test it out for her. (we got it primarily because she keeps running off with his handheld games and it really upsets him, so now we have something to bargin with.)
From Grammie Z, a music/treasure box. The writing on it says: “Discover your world ~ my barefoot child ~ your dreams will take you there ~ your heart will guide”. She loves to open the little drawers and watch the horse turn when it plays.
From Grandma & Grandpa, a ride on bear (that Zora calls a dog) that both of the kids love.
We also got her some Polly Pockets, and both girls went to work playing intently with the dolls.
It was fun, but I can’t believe it has been three years. As always, it is going too fast.
Zora and Dora, together at last!
Happy birthday to your big girl! It does go by fast. She seems just busy busy soaking up what the world has to offer. And big brother is so sweet with his gift.
What a fun party! Where did grandma get the music box? Our Ella will be three on February 3rd and I know that she would love that. It is beautiful.
The music box is from “Imagine That Toys”, a local independent toy shop. They just put up their website a few weeks ago (although they have been in business a while) If it isn’t on the website, you can call them. They have a selection of similar music boxes under “furniture and decor” http://www.imaginethattoys.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=12&Itemid=46