It's Mighty Fine Turning Nine

a picture essay for Ellie's special day...

as per tradition, opening presents in mom and dad's bed

breakfast of choice (homemade waffles)

insistence on wearing new outfit despite cold temperatures

homemade birthday cake (courtesy of Megan)--LOVED that I didn't have to make it

dinner at restaurant of choice (Granny Annie's)

(the free birthday cinnamon roll was a nice bonus)

wearing the birthday hat to gymnastics 

singing happy birthday with cousins through the amazing wonder of Facetime

the surprise polka dots inside the cake

and that about wraps up the day Ellie turned nine
let's look at my favorite photo of the day again

Happy Birthday Ellie!