"You'll Always Be Three."

I don't remember when or how this became a common phrase in our home. It's a fun way to tease the children, but I suppose it also shows that we are a bit reluctant to see our children grow up. They keep right on growing up anyway, so I guess they get the last laugh.

This week, we ran out of three year olds. Despite all our protests, MJ turned four. Toby got a seminary sub on Wed. and slept in until 6am so that he could make and eat breakfast cake with us.

And then Saturday, we invited some friends over for MJ's first official birthday party. She was so excited.

MJ loved opening the presents. She got princess games, make-up and dress-ups... Belle, Barbies, and beads. She may not need anything for Christmas!

How we love our four year old little princess.