Happy Birthday Allyson!

Ally turned 4 yesterday. I can't believe it's already been four years since she was born in that cement hospital room in Casas (Mexico). We are so glad to have her in our family. She loves to sing, swim and play with Blake and Savanna. As this picture shows she is full of sas--usually the good kind just like Savanna!

We told her she could choose anyplace she wanted for the family to go to eat and, of course, she chose Chuck E Cheese. Since my parents live so close, they were able to come too. We ate pizza and played games (even my mom played a game!) and had a great time--until the large mouse came out and then Ally, nearly panicking, was ready to go. She knows it's a costume, but it still freaks her out. After opening presents, cake and ice-cream and a quick magic show by Blake, the day was over and the kids were out...except for Blake who had been "allowed" to have Coke and was wired!!