Sadie's day

On May 8th Sadie turned two. We were staying with the Todd's that week so we could help Cate out with her pregnancy. The poor thing could barely walk. So they were kind enough to let us throw a few birthday parties at their home. The first one was on Sadie's actual birthday. Chase had the day off from work so we decided to do all of Sadie's favorite things seeing it was her day. First we went to ride some "neigh neighs" as she calls them. The carousel is Sadie's absolute favorite thing to do when we go into D.C. The funny thing is that she is totally animated before she mounts her horse and then completely stone faced while riding. Zero expression. It is the funniest thing. She must have a good time because she always says "again" when it's over.
After the carousel we headed to Petsmart to see some animals (another one of our "have an hour to kill" activities. We were pleased to find that this Petsmart had salt water fish so both Nemo and Dori were there. Sadie was in heaven. Her two favorite characters minus Bruce. We also picked up a few goldfish for the Nemo birthday party the next day. Did you know that a goldfish is $0.25. They only live for about a day, but hey...$0.25 is a real bargain for a 8 hour life expectancy.
After the pet store we went back to the Todd's to play a little "bakiball." Sadie loves watching the games with Chase and loves to throw the ball in the basket. We need to get her a mini hoop and ball. She would be totally entertained.
She's really getting into it.
Action shot!!
What's a birthday with out the park. Luckily the Todd's have one close by. We all headed down there and besides Gracie falling off the swing, it was a pretty killer party.
Next up, birthday cake and present(non plural). We knew Sadie would be having a party the next night with her girlfriends so we had a very mellow little celebration. She loves "fiah" (fire) and after a lot of blowing, got one candle eliminated and needed Mom's help with the second.
101 Dalmatians. Her new favorite movie. Thanks Dad!!!

One of three birthday cakes. Definitely the tastiest but the ugliest by far. Texas sheet cake. My personal favorite. The Todd kids weren't complaining either.
We watched the "puppy movie" after cake and listened to many "Happy Birthday" serenades on the phone from her loved ones all over the USA.
One last book before bedtime. Whew!! What a day. We love reading books because Sadie just relaxes and turns into a cuddler. Coming from a toddler..this is a serious luxury.