Natalie's Family Dinner

We had a family birthday dinner in honor of Natalie a few weeks after her birthday -we had to wait for everyone to get back in town! It was at our house right after church which is why Natalie is wearing the aluminum crown that she made in Primary. They had a lesson on how Heavenly Father is the King and we are His children so that makes everyone a Prince or Princess. Natalie was so excited to tell us how she is a real princess! Yes, she certainly is. :)

After enjoying a yummy potluck-style dinner, it was time for cake!
Dan lighting the match... on Natalie's teeth!
(the kids thought this was the coolest thing EVER)

Dan brought out the cake, and Natalie made her wish!

As you can see there were actually 2 small cakes that came with the cupcakes we took to Natalie's class at school, and were just enough for all the cousins who were intent on cake. I went with something a little less lame than leftover cake for the adults: homemade banana cream pies!

Waaaaay better than cake :)

Time to open the gifts! Natalie LOVED her new cute bag, bracelet, art supplies, crayon maker, and book - thank you so much to all our family for their very thoughtful gifts!! And Nathan was so happy to get to open a few gifts sent from our Utah family - thank you!

Natalie loves her grandmas...

Natalie & Grandma Carla

Natalie & Grandma Karen

So sweet!

Thanks to all our family for making Natalie feel so special on her birthday, we love you!!!