Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Gracie's 13th!


Our biological baby is growing up! Just look at that gorgeous young lady. And see that beautiful necklace she's wearing?


That was Mama and Daddy's gift to her: her first Sorrelli necklace, her first "real" jewelry! It's dainty and pastel -- perfect for the Pooch!


Katie and I found this beautiful note board at a thrift store, so we had fun collecting pictures, colored papers, and quotes to decorate it. Now it hangs in Gracie's room... but back to her party.


About a week after her birth date, Gracie invited a few of her young lady friends over for a DIY tea party. They prepared their own dainties, ate as Gracie opened gifts, and then repaired to the out of doors for dress up (of course).


A lovely table, don't you think?


Is there anything more beautiful than a mix-matched bouquet freshly picked from the gardens?


Ruth and Emmy look more and more like sisters the older they get... Two peas in a pod, those China-girls!


Gracie's party, though a thoroughly joyful occasion, was mingled with a little bit of sadness. Her dear friends Hannah and Elizabeth said goodbye, as they prepared to move a state away. We'll miss them so much, but can't wait to see them again! We love you, girls!


Aren't they a swell bunch?

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