Four

Happy Birthday Ellie!

You narrate your world. Nearly everything is a discussion. Often a debate.
You love princesses, fairies, your family, "wet" (fresh) strawberries, "dried" (dehydrated) strawberries, macaroni and cheese, painting, books (especially princess themed), swimming, ballet class and fancy dresses. When asked who you wanted to invite to your birthday party, you rattled off the names of three girls in your class at school and then added "one boy." Leo.

You have a stunning memory. Don't promise anything to Ellie (strawberry ice cream after dinner, for example) unless you plan on keeping that bargain. You are kind, stubborn, affectionate and love a good backrub, especially before bed.

This has been a pretty big year for you Ellie. You learned to write your name, read many of your letters and numbers and oh yeah, you became a big sister. Times two.

I can't wait to see what other adventures Four brings for you, my dear Ellie-Belle.