happy birthday grandpa

Yesterday the girls and I headed to San Diego for a little birthday celebration.

My dad is the most incredible person and I feel so blessed to have him

in my life. My girls are so in love with him and will never miss an opportunity

to hang out with "papa". Thank you for letting us share your special

day with you...we love you with all of our hearts.

The weather was absolutely gorgeous...ella never misses

a chance to take a dip in grandpa and grandma's pool.

my adorable niece ari sporting her shades

these girls love each other...doing a little sunbathin

love that smile

As long as I can remember, my mom always made each and

every one of our birthdays so special. We woke up the morning

of our special day to find our kitchen table totally decked out in the

appropriate theme, with balloons, flowers, candy, gifts. Eventhough none of us

live at home, she still manages to make that special day happen each year...decorated

table and all. My dad of course does not get to miss out....this year

the girls helped choose, he ended up with a disney cars theme. Somehow

a few princess crowns from a previous celebration snuck into our day....

my brother-in-law getting into the spirit

little ari was worn out from the day's events

the girls serenading grandpa with a few songs

grandpa, you are so incredibly loved