Esther turns Five 07-22-18

"A joyful heart is good medicine." 

Proverbs 17:22 

This youngest of mine is coming into her own. She loves to tell jokes, sing songs and ride bikes! 

She's become a little fish in the water and fascinated with big sister's books. 

She prefers to change her outfits several times a day depending on how she is feeling with her favorite outfit being her ballet leotard.

 Esther always wants her hair done up in some way and is hardly ever without some sort of accessory.

She had a lot of fun doing ballet this past year where she was a bunny in a production of The Creation. 

My dearest Esther,
This past year has been a tough one for you to navigate but you have welcomed each new day with open arms and embraced your growth as you stretched to be the independent, kind hearted person you are. I so love listening to you sing as you do your chores or while you create your art or when ride your bike. Your continual dancing is bright spots in my day and I truly adore how each morning (and afternoon, and night) you ask for me to braid your hair.  Wishing you all the love and joy that you bring to everyone around you. 

20 questions (when asked these were Esther's answers) 

1. What is your favorite color? 

pink, red and blue

2. What is your favorite toy? 

Rudy, reindeer dolly 

3. What is your favorite fruit?

Red apples, honey crisp 

4. What is your favorite vegetable?

Cucumbers 

5. What is your favorite song? 

“None favorite songs are my favorite because I love all the songs” 

6. What is your favorite book? 

Idk because I just like all of the books in the whole world 

7. What is your favorite thing to play? 

Soccer

8. What is your favorite animal? 

Zebra

9. Who is your best friend? 

Evie 

10. What is your favorite drink? 

Orange juice 

11. What is your favorite bible verse? 

A joyful heart is good medicine  Proverbs 17:22

12. What is your favorite bible story? 

When Jesus died in the cross for us. 

13. What is your favorite thing to eat for breakfast? 

Pancakes 

14. What is the one toy you want to take to bed? 

My mermaid fairy  

15. What do you want for your birthday dinner? 

French toast made by Evie 

16. What is your favorite thing to watch? 

Sofia the first 

17. What makes you happy?

You (mommy) and Evie and Daddy 

18. What makes you sad?

When Evie isn’t kind to me 

19. What do you like to do with your family?

Play with each other 

20. What is your favorite treat? 

Ice cream and popsicles 

21. What do you want to be when you grow up? 

a scientist and a Mom 

Eve turns Seven 04-11-18

"I will not play at tug o' war.

I'd rather play at hug o' war. 

Where everyone hugs

Instead of tugs,

Where everyone giggles

And rolls on the rug,

Where everyone kisses,

And everyone grins,

And everyone cuddles, 

And everyone wins. "    

                       ~ Shel Silverstein 

This vibrant child of mine as made it around the sun 7 times.
She wakes up with a song in her heart and is so willing to share it with us all, even when we are still trying to sleep. I have no idea how we got a morning child! HA. But I do love knowing she is happy and content in her life.

Flower Fairy for Halloween 2017 

This darling is kind and pursues bringing joy into others lives. She wants to hug everyone and let them know she cares. Her thoughtfulness of others is humbling.

Visiting the Fort in St. Augustine, Florida 

She is currently enjoying being in piano lessons. Some of the moments I can remember her enjoying life most is when she is sitting on her piano bench along side her sister just making melodies from her heart.

Winter Piano Recital 

She has been brave enough this year to take off her final training wheel and ride her bike alone! This was such a practice in patience of self awareness and knowing when she was ready. I am proud of her for knowing she needed more time and gave herself that gift because when she was ready, it just clicked like she's been doing it for ever! She thoroughly enjoys bike rides with her dad around town!

Super Seven to the rescue!

Eve still has a passion for learning. She never stops questioning. And although the questions can sometimes get the best of me, I am enjoying the depth of her questions intellectually growing showing a real understanding of the world.

Book Lover! 

Things I have noticed about Eve:
* The way her pupils get big when she talks about something that interests her.
* The way her voice raises in excitement when she is talking about God.
* The way she makes sure to check on Dingo each morning.
* The way she is intentional about making sure her sister is comfortable in bed for nap.
* The helpfulness around the house so we can have more time playing together.
* The way her hair glitters in the sun when swinging outside.
* The way she sings with confidence no matter who may or may not be listening.
* The way she is secure in her clothing choices and comfort while wearing them.
* The way she thinks of others through out the day and wants to make sure they all know they are being thought about.
* The very strong way she loves unconditionally.

loves her puppers! 

Dearest Eve,
You stretch me, teach me and make me believe in all things beautiful. Your heart for others never falters and I really am in awe of your empathy. You try hard to be helpful around the house to our family. You are willing to share your inner most thoughts with me and you are the most incredible big sister to Esther. We are so blessed to have you in our family and lives. I just adore being your mom and watching you grow. I so look forward to how our relationship and friendship will continue to grow over the years. Thank you for being you! I am so proud of you.

Weight: 45.5 lbs

Height: 50 inches 

20 questions (when asked these were Evie's answers) 

1. What is your favorite color? 

pink and purple

2. What is your favorite toy? 

Slack line 

3. What is your favorite fruit?

apple

4. What is your favorite vegetable?

Nothing 

5. What is your favorite song? 

Here I am to worship 

6. What is your favorite book? 

Encyclopedia 

7. What is your favorite thing to play? 

Restaurant in the mud kitchen 

8. What is your favorite animal? 

Flamingo and peacock 

9. Who is your best friend? 

Julia Burroughs, Esther Drummond 

10. What is your favorite drink? 

Lemonade

11. What is your favorite bible verse? 

Ephesians 2:10 

12. What is your favorite bible story? 

Queen Esther 

13. What is your favorite thing to eat for breakfast? 

Cereal 

14. What is the one toy you want to take to bed? 

Purple, my blanket 

15. What do you want for your birthday dinner? 

French toast

16. What is your favorite thing to watch? 

Sofia 

17. What makes you happy?

Esty 

18. What makes you sad? 

Mama leaving 

19. What do you like to do with your family?
Go on adventures 

20. What is your favorite treat? 

ice cream

21. What do you want to be when you grow up? 

I want to be a scientist. 

Photo taken by Brianne Linder Photography