Happy Birthday Dear Avery!

Despite the fact that I haven't felt very well in this early stage of pregnancy, this has been a beautiful birthday weekend for Avery and our little family. You know life is never perfect, but since Avery has come into my life, I seem to notice so many tiny blessings that didn't always come to mind before. If you ever stop to really think about it in your day (even the bad ones), you'll see God everywhere. It's really an indescribable feeling to know that we are so undeserving and He loves us, blesses us, and calls us His own. I got really emotional (and yes, I am aware that I am pregnant ha, ha) in the car on the way to Avery's birthday lunch Saturday. "By Your Side" from Tenth Avenue North came on the radio, and I couldn't help but be overwhelmed with emotion thinking of how truly blessed we are and how God has once again held true to his Word. No matter what, He's always there, and I will never stop praising Him for that! ♥

Let the birthday weekend begin!

I had a special helper assist me with a balloon filled doorway for the birthday girl to wake up to. 

We think she thought it was pretty cool. She said "wow" any way. 

Here is Avery from birth to the big 3!

It may have been a rainy day, but we still had a good time. 

The breakfast of birthday champions? Cookie cake! 

I am sure she is thinking to herself..."What did I do to get cookie for breakfast?" and "I need to do it more often!" 

It's time for presents from Mommy and Daddy! 

Now for a little birthday lunch at Chick-Fil-A, mmm.

Avery is having a little fun in her "se-sess" (princess) pool. 

It's party time and the Mississippi Children's Museum! 

Mommy had to add a few personal touches. 

Mrs. Prejean made a deliciously adorable cake! 

It's all ready for the birthday crowd...

and the special birthday girl! 

Party time fun...

Alexis, Ava, and Olivia

Avery, Gaines, Sophie, Lydia, Larissa, Coop, and Jener

The Famous Ianator was even there! 

Ella and Parker came for some fun too! 

Now, it's time for cake and ice cream! 

Avery is a little overwhelmed, lol. 

Here's the party crowd...

Cooper is making a get-away with the keyboard. Ha, Ha! 

Let's dance...

and explore!

Between Michelle offering her time to take birthday pictures of Avery, Mrs. Linda making her a special outfit, our friends and family blessing Avery with gifts and taking time out of the day to celebrate with us, and all the sweet words from others on FB- words cannot express our gratitude! We feel SO loved and blessed by friends and family! I thank God daily for each and every one of you special people in my life. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for always supporting us, praying for us, and celebrating another special birthday with us! 

Once again, here's to many, many more blessed, happy, and healthy birthdays!! Go Avery!!

~Megan