We celebrated our (not so) baby Addison last month with a Lilo and Stitch themed birthday party (planned and put together all by her daddy) and a day playing hookie at home with Momma on her actual birthday.
Addison started off really hesitant and unsure of the party happening, which is typical for her. She does not enjoy being the center of attention the way her sister does (unless of course it's her momma). But as soon as a couple of her little girlfriends from daycare walked through the door she instantly perked up. It was so sweet to watch her excitement as she sat next to her friends.
The menu was thoughtfully planned out with all of Addison's favorites- fruit, smarties, the marshmallows of a Lucky Charms' box, pretzels, cupcakes and cookies.
Once it was time for presents, she started to open up a bit. Addison was so polite as she thanked every person for the gift when she opened it. You could tell every single gift sparked joy. This moment is always one of my favorite parts of my girls' birthday parties.
The party was a big success. Thank you Chad for planning and putting together everything! Chad and I decided to switch roles this birthday party in hopes of better understanding each other through the process. He helped me understand every small detail doesn't matter to the little girl who just wants to be celebrated with friends and family. It felt good to give up control and just appreciate the experience rather than the decor. And I think he learned how much time and thought (and money) goes in to planning a big party. We both will better appreciate each other's perspectives next time around.
Addison is still our smug baby who has a look that can kill. She is not easily amused and frequently gives the side eye. But when you do get her to laugh a good belly laugh, it makes the entire room laugh along with her. She still loves to play with the tags of her blankets. It's the quickest way to soothe her. In fact don't even give her a blanket unless it has a tag. Like her sister, she is too smart for her own good. She still doesn't enjoy eating food. But she loves a good cookie, cupcake, strawberries with sugar (thanks to her daddy), yogurt, and as always- a sippy cup of milk.
She will never turn down a chance to be held, and in fact requests it constantly. She enjoys aggravating Everly from time-to-time. But she also loves doing everything her big sister does. She loves to color on things she's not supposed to and has been known to get into the shampoo bottles. She also enjoys playing in the toilet every now and then.
She is happiest dancing to music, running around naked, playing outside and being held by her momma. She LOVES putting on a good princess dress and frequently wears her princess heels around the house. She gives the best kisses and grabs your face with only her bottom lip puckered out. She says the best goodbyes where she tells you yells "wuv you" five times and along with several fist bumps, high fives and endless hugs and kisses. Our ritual of telling everyone goodnight when it's bedtime takes a solid five minutes.
Happiest birthday Addie, AKA wookie. We love you more than anything. You are the snuggles we need at the end of the day and the smile we look forward to every morning.
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