So Eden is now 7! This is such an exciting time of year! We go crazy at birthday time and this birthday was no exception. We literally had tons planned for her actual birthday which was on Thursday and then we later had a birthday party planned with friends and family for Saturday.
On Thursday, Eden had a little celebration at school. She got to wear a special birthday hat (which she did not like because it messed up her hair) and the kids sang happy birthday to her while I took about a million pictures. Then they had donuts and juice per Eden's request and then we handed out favors to the classroom after school.
After school we came home and celebrated with Nana who took the day off (Dad couldn't leave work until much later.). We openned presents, ate cake and then we were off to a birthday lunch at Eden's favorite restaurant, Fresh Choice. Afterward we went to Toys R US (our birthday tradition for the kids) where they sang A Happy Happy Birthday song to Eden. It's so cute because they announce the birthday child, how old they are and they sing them a song and put a hat on them and give them a birthday balloon. They say over the intercom to all the shoppers, say happy birthday when you see the birthday girl. And so Eden did have a few Happy Birthday's while shopping for toys. It was very fun and quite tiring for Eden, who had such a long day.
When we got home Dad was there and we openned our presents with him. Eden was thrilled because she got excatly what she wanted and she had a really great day.
I can't believe she's already 7! I remember the day she was born and it seems like yesterday she was clinging to me like a baby koala. Everywhere we went, Eden was in my arms. We used to call her "mommified" because she wanted her mama all the time. I miss those days but it's so fun watching her grow into a young girl. She's fun, sweet, charming and smart and a lot of fun to be around. It's great listening to her stories which most often revolve around Zelda and Link or Princess Peach and Mario, or Star Wars something-or-other or she'll just break out dancing ballet, prancing and twirling. She's a really fun girl and just enjoyable to be around.
Every year that goes by, I get a little teary-eyed because these moments with them are so precious and really borrowed time. I gave Eden a card with a beautiful butterfly on the front and I told her that it's only a matter of time before she turns into that beautiful butterfly, and spreads her wings to fly. But until then, I am going to enjoy every single day I have. Experiencing all the joys all over again of being a kid.
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I can't believe my Edie-pie is 7 already. I remeber getting a 3am call from Toni letting me know you were going to the hospital. I was so excited I couldn't sleep! I ditched my afternoon classes and headed to the hospital. Our family took up the entire waiting room! You were so hungry but all they would give were ice chips! Once you started pushing we were all on pins and needles...will Baby Herrera be a boy or a girl? The waiting errupted with tears and laughter when we got the news that you guys had a baby girl! Finally, a baby girl in the family!! I couldn't wait to see you, Noni, and give you hugs and kisses! You were so tired but you still looked absolutely amazing. Even Enrique was glowing. What an amazing night that was! I love that I was there to share in that moment with you guys!
Eden is a fantastic girl! I love watching her grow up. Keep up the good work Mom and Dad!
XOXOXO
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