My Two Year Old: Emma Jane

Guys, I have a two year old daughter. How did two years already fly by?! This girl who made me a mother for the first time, she is so special to me. Emma is definitely a mama's girl, and I would be lying if I said I didn't love it :)

Since I had just had Maya 3 days prior, we weren't sure what to do for Emma's birthday. Since I was surprisingly feeling well, we decided to just have immediate family over for dinner and cake. Wasn't ready for a big thing as I had a 3 day old infant! And, Kyle threw the party all by himself! He invited everyone, decided what to eat and cleaned the house and yard, and set up. Our parents helped with food, and everyone was so sweet and even brought gifts for the last minute shin dig. I knew Emma wouldn't remember and wouldn't care if we didn't have a party, but I knew I wanted to do something to make her feel special after it was just rocked with a new sister.

It turned out so nice, and the weather was perfect! Emma loved all her thoughtful gifts. It seems as though since Maya joined our family, Emma has just grown up so fast and is such a nice big sister.

Some things about Emma Jane:
- loves to snuggle (I hope she always does!)
- loves being outside
- loves going to nursery and playing with the playdough
- can sing twinkle twinkle little star, i am a child of god, teach me to walk in the light, i love to see the temple, you are my sunshine, wheels on the bus, itsy bitsy spider
- loves apple juice
- obsessed with Care Bears and Frozen (watched daily!)
- loves giving Maya hugs and kisses
- has such a tender heart. when i was hurting while pregnant (or would seem i was in pain) she would pat my shoulder or head and say "its ok mommy, its ok"
- loves putting band aids on owies
- is very creative: loves to draw, paint, build
- loves having tea parties with her tea set
- loves being involved in the kitchen, up on the counter doing what i'm doing
- favorite snacks are french fries, fruit leather, peanuts, cashews, edamame, and yogurt
- loves to read books. usually have to limit the number at bedtime because she will pick every book on the shelf!
- loves playing with her cousins, and calls other little kids her cousins haha
- has a great imagination, i love to watch her play
-sassy, independent, smart, lovable, beautiful and kind!

Thank you, Emma, for choosing me to be your mommy :)