Happy 2nd Birthday, Lucy!

Mesmerized by the flame of her birthday candle (and holding mommy's hand - melt my heart!)

Can you believe that Lucy is 2 years old already?  It's impossible not to remember her "birth" day 2 years ago on a day like today and to be SO thankful for the amazing strides that she has made, both physically and developmentally.

2 years ago...brand new baby!

Celebrating her birthday was so much fun this year, because she sort of understands what her birthday is and we knew exactly what new books and toys she would love!

Pre-Birthday treat at Barnes and Noble - free cookie for Kid's Club members!!

She was a good helper when we were getting ready for her party:

Helping mommy stir up her cupcakes.

Decorating the party favor bags

She was sort of interested in opening presents - but mostly checking them out once they were open!

Carefully opening and peeking at what is inside the wrapping paper...

Flying her new airplane!

  

Reading her new mailman book

 Most of the day was spent at the Minnesota Zoo.  It was beautiful weather outside and Lucy made it until 4:00 without a nap!

Pre-Zoo goofy picture with the cousins

Petting the goats with Grandpa

Raina and Remy keeping Lucy from running away!!

Catching a ride with daddy!

Catching a few ZZzzz's on the way home from the zoo.