February 9, 2013 - Kaitlyn Elizabeth Casterline turns 2! I cannot believe my BABY is now a full fledged TODDLER! Some highlights about this little girl (or as she would call herself "big girl")......Kaitlyn's best friend is her big sister, Grace. Until recently, Grace was thrilled to have her little sis cling to her like a second shadow AND loved having someone to play with. This was mainly b/c Grace was able to tell Kaitlyn "what to play with" and "how she should play". Kaitlyn now has her own thoughts and opinions on how and what she wants to play with. Most days, I sit back and let them figure it out...which most of the time they do. Kaitlyn LOVES to give Hugs and is the best at cuddling. She has yet to figure out how to climb OUT of her crib, but did figure out how to get IN her crib. It involves "NASTICS" (gymnastics). Kaitlyn climbs on the railing of her crib and then somersaults in. She is very proud of this talent. Kaitlyn's smile lights up the whole room, and makes the recipient of that smile want to smile right back. She loves to perform for an audience by either dancing, twirling, or performing her "nastics". Her favorite television shows are Mickey Mouse Clubhouse & Jake and the Neverland Pirates. Other favorites include: Minnie Mouse, her blanket & paci, M&Ms, chocolate of any kind, and trying her best to do whatever her big sis, Grace does. I am amazed at how fast Kaitlyn has grown up. She talks all of the time, and will even say 5 to 6 word sentences. Most of her words are understood by people other than her parents and sister. Grace continues to be the best translator for Kaitlyn!
I thank God daily for our sweet smiling little girl. She completes our family. Happy 2nd Birthday Kaitlyn Elizabeth!
Kaitlyn smiling with two of her absolute favorites - Balloons & Minnie Mouse! She was thrilled to wake up on her birthday to see balloons around her crib.
Birthday Pancakes! What a treat! It really is like having dessert for breakfast! Birthday Pancakes and waking up to balloons all around are going to become a tradition!
It's my party and I'll Cry if I want TO! The candles were a little overwhelming for the birthday girl.
Now onto the Birthday party! We traveled to Terre Haute to celebrate Kaitlyn's second birthday. Family from both sides joined us in the celebration!
The Minnie Mouse Birthday Cake! My Aunt Leslie's friend made the cake. It was beautiful and tasted great! Kaitlyn's portion of the cake was the black hat!
Some may call it corny, but I had a blast with the Minnie Mouse themed birthday party. The following pictures portray my craziness for themed parties!
Yes, I may have lost my mind! But is sure was fun planning food to coordinate with the party!
Kaitlyn Smiling with Minnie Mouse! She was one happy 2 year old!
Grace and Kaitlyn posing on the present table. Grace was a big helper during the party! She handed Kaitlyn each present to open.
Opening presents is serious business!
A Minnie Mouse phone and backpack from Aunt Leslie & Uncle Eric! The backpack and phone were Kaitlyn's favorite gifts!
Of course the day is not complete without posing for a pic with mom! Thanks Kaitlyn for slowing down long enough to snap this picture!
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