Jaylee's 2nd Birthday Bash

We celebrated celebrated Jaylee's birthday this past weekend (April 16)...full out "lady bug" theme.  We couldn't have asked for better weather (~85 degrees, sunny, and NO wind), especially since we had a flood last year during her party.  Jaylee had everything from a bounce house with slide (thanks Kendra/Kerry), lady bug pinata, balloons, hot dogs, and cake/cupcakes.  There were about 15 kids who celebrated Jaylee's big day, as well as about 15-20 adults.  My sister, her husband, and sweet baby girl even made the 3 hour drive just for the party.  The kids played so hard and were at times trying to get in the pool to "cool off." I can honestly say Jaylee is so loved by so many people, young and old.  She is such a sweet, funny girl who is fearless an d changing everyday.  I can't imagine our family without her.  We love you Jaylee Anne!!!  (Below are some pics from the party...beware, there are SEVERAL!)

Love this picture of Jaylee...she's such a happy girl.

Cameron and Mommy...Cameron had to bring a baby doll because she had a matching outfit for her.

One of many times down the slide...she LOVED it!!!

What an innocent smile...

BFF's Ellie and Cameron...don't know what Cameron was doing in this picture. :)

Here the big girls are REALLY wanting to get in the pool.

Patiently waiting for cake!!!

Blow out the candles and dig in!!!  Big sis had to get in on the action also.

This was actually a cake made out of cupcakes...much easier than a regular cake.

Pinata time!!!

Jaylee taking a few hits at the pinata!!! She is sooooo serious about hitting that thing with the bat.

My sister and her baby girl, Caris.  Caris wasn't sure what to think of all the activity.

Kids gathering their "treasures" from the pinata.

One of Jaylee's favorites...an orange tootsie pop!

Sisterly love and our babies!!!

Grandaddy and Jaylee...she LOVES her Grandaddy as you can see. :)

Caris finally got brave enough to try-out the bounce house...of course, Jaylee went with her.

This is the family picture after everyone left the party.  Not the greatest, but we were ALL worn out!

Happy Birthday Jaylee...we love you very much!