Nora Turned SIX!!!!!

Happy Birthday to my fun, art loving, dramatic, stubborn to boot, funny, dancing, caring, bright eyed, talented, kind, smart, beautiful Nora girl!!

Just a few pictures of Nora. I love this gal so much! She sure can brighten a day. She can also make me so mad sometimes!! Haha :). Nora is our little lawyer. Seriously!! She is so determined to get the things she wants that she has mastered the art of manipulation, bargaining, setting demands, and sometimes even flat out lying to get what she wants. And, she is dang good at it! I often have to laugh at how good of an argument she can make and will occasionally let her win. This girl is so forgiving, though, and very good at recognizing when she has made a bad choice and can be so sweet when she asks for forgiveness and says she is sorry. I love how dramatic she is. She is always wanting to put on a show for us. She loves the idea of being a cowgirl. I could totally see her being Rodeo Queen someday :). She loves to pose for the camera, too, as you will see in the pictures:  

 All dressed up for a walk!

Playing paleontologists with  her cousin Taysen. These two have so much fun together and absolutely adore each other. I've had to explain a few times to Nora that she will not be able to marry him when they are older ;).

A little bit of school. Nora has so much fun learning!

Fun times at the pool. 

 The invitation I made for Nora's friend birthday party. She helped me paint the colors around the palette. This girl seriously loves art and loves to create. She had been wanting an art party for quite a while. It actually turned out to be a lot simpler than I thought it would be and the kids really had a blast :). Last friend party for a while, though, I think.

 The art themed cake and the "decorate your own" cupcakes I made for the party.

 The only decorations plus party favor water color paints for each kid. I really tired to simplify ;).

Cuties painting.

 When your name doesn't fit, just move to the next line ;). Love those shining eyes of hers.

 Having some fun at the beach (Bear Lake). She loves the water and playing in the sand! I love her beautiful smiles!

Happy Birthday my dear Nora!! You are a beautiful daughter of God, inside and out, and I'm so glad you are mine. I love getting hugs and kisses from this cutie everyday. I just LOVE her!!