It's Elmo!!!

Lily debated whether to have a Dora cake or an Elmo cake. I didn't think I could pull off a Dora cake of my own making and my friend Valorie is not here to make a picture perfect cake so......I persuaded Lily to accept an Elmo cake. Scott and I did NOT realize just how much red food coloring it takes to make RED frosting. Lily seemed pleased with the end result. Thank Goodness!

We had a little party the day after Lily's birthday. Friends of ours from Guam who now live in the DC area were able to help us celebrate Lily's 3rd birthday.

Lily was so excited to hear the "Happy Birthday" song.

Time to blow out three candles....

Lily chose to wear a traditional Chinese dress for her party. She loves to pose!

"I look tired but I really am excited about my presents. Thank you for my book Aunt Amy, Uncle Mark, Owen and Will!"

Lily with penguin mittens and muff from Gram. Little did we know that Lily would need to wear these so much this winter!

Thank you to everyone who sent Lily a birthday gift. She is so thankful for everything!