Today my little girl Ava turned 4. The past four years have passed in a blur. I can’t believe how quickly my little 8 lbs., 4 oz. baby has transformed into the smart, inquisitive, strong-willed, compassionate, beautiful little girl she is today.
We had an eco-friendly zero-waste birthday party (which I can’t wait to find the time to blog about!) on Saturday at a local farm. I didn’t get to take as many pictures as I would’ve liked, but I’m happy to say that everyone seemed to have a great time, the birthday girl included. (Notice the brother of the birthday girl – AKA Julian – hanging out off to the side there? Hehe)
(Felt birthday crown courtesy of Green Party Goods)
Today (Sunday) was Ava’s actual birthday and in addition to some books from us and her Aunt Carrie, lots of cute clothes from both sets of grandparents, and a butterfly pavilion from Grandma, she got a new bike. She was very excited about it, but not quite excited enough to give it a try outside just yet. ;)
My mom, sister and our family went out to dinner tonight to celebrate and then came back to our house for some birthday brownies and ice cream. Happy birthday, Ava!
It was hard for me to choose just one best shot for the week, but I think if I had to choose only one, it would be the first picture I posted – of Ava smiling with her piggy birthday cupcakes (which Grandma did a great job on). :)
See more Best Shot Monday posts over at Mother May I?.
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Vered says:
Happy birthday to Ava!
They do grow up so fast.
She is a beautiful girl, Amy.
June 22nd, 2008 at 11:48 pm
Maggie says:
Happy Birthday Ava! Such a pretty birthday girl!
June 22nd, 2008 at 11:53 pm
Brittany says:
Ohh Love that cupcake tower!! We are having a farm party for my little one, in a couple of weeks, and I’ve yet to decide on the cake… I might need to borrow that idea!
Happy Birthday! :)
June 22nd, 2008 at 11:58 pm
Blessed Nest says:
I love the first picture but the black and white candle picture is very cool!
happy Birthday Ava!
calm after the storm
June 23rd, 2008 at 12:03 am
Summer says:
Awwwww, Happy birthday Ava!
June 23rd, 2008 at 12:24 am
Childlife says:
Soooo cute! I love the black and white with the candles, especially! Hope her birthday was just perfect :)
Happy BSM!
June 23rd, 2008 at 12:57 am
miriam says:
Happy Birthday Ava and Mommy!
June 23rd, 2008 at 2:15 am
Penny says:
Happy birthday Ava!!! Beautiful cakes and accessories and especially the birthday girl :)
June 23rd, 2008 at 3:49 am
aunt says:
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June 23rd, 2008 at 3:58 am
emily says:
What a sweet little girl – happy birthday! I love the pig cupcakes – they’re almost as cute as the birthday girl!
June 23rd, 2008 at 5:26 am
Christina says:
Happy Birthday, Ava!! What a wonderful birthday, and terrific images!
June 23rd, 2008 at 6:49 am
kim says:
Happy Birthday, Ava!!!! All of the pics you posted are adorable!!! and I love those cupcakes.
June 23rd, 2008 at 7:09 am
Tanya says:
GREAT shot of her on her bike…look at that smile! :)
June 23rd, 2008 at 7:10 am
Kara says:
I really like the B&W with the candles – very sweet. Aren’t cup cake towers fun?
June 23rd, 2008 at 7:22 am
Deb says:
Happy Birthday to Ava! Sounds like she had a wonderful day. :) I love the photos – she looks so proud on her new bike!
June 23rd, 2008 at 7:42 am
megan says:
she looks very proud of those cupcakes — yum!
June 23rd, 2008 at 7:44 am
threeundertwo says:
Happy Birthday Ava! 4 is such a fun age!
June 23rd, 2008 at 8:12 am
killlashandra says:
I love the cup cake birthday cake idea. What an awesome holder for all those cup cakes. Looks like she had a wonderful time. Hope she got all her birthday wishes. :)
June 23rd, 2008 at 8:36 am
New Green Mama says:
The cupcakes are so cute. My daughter just turned 4 too, so I know how you feel. They grow up so fast. Great shots. I can’t wait to hear more about the party.
June 23rd, 2008 at 8:46 am
Tara says:
Those piggie cupcakes are adorable! What a cute idea. You put up some great photos, looks like she had a blast. Happy belated birthday to Ava
June 23rd, 2008 at 11:04 am
Andi says:
I absolutely LOVE the cupcakes and the tower you have them placed on…what a GREAT idea! Hope she really enjoyed every moment of her birthday. They grow up SO fast, don’t they? Hope you had some cherished moments as well…
June 23rd, 2008 at 12:00 pm
Jaimee says:
Happy Birthday to your little one! Adorable photos!
June 23rd, 2008 at 12:02 pm
chelle says:
OOo she is so precious!!!! Happy Birthday Ava! I look forward to reading your post on the party. I am starting to plan Becca’s 4th upcoming in a few weeks!
June 23rd, 2008 at 12:12 pm
Sherie says:
Happy belated birthday, Ava! How fun to have a Solsticetime baby :-). My favorite picture is the color cake/candle shot. That grin is adorable!
June 23rd, 2008 at 12:59 pm
The Toy Geek says:
Happy belated birthday Ava! I love the picture of her in black and white looking down at the 4 candles. Shes beautiful!
June 23rd, 2008 at 2:04 pm
The Toy Geek says:
Happy belated birthday Ava! I love the picture of her in black and white looking down at the 4 candles. She’s beautiful!
June 23rd, 2008 at 2:04 pm
Adventures In Babywearing says:
Those cupcakes are awesome!! And so are all these pics!!
Steph
June 23rd, 2008 at 4:02 pm
Audra Marie says:
Wonderful pictures. Love the cupcake tower! She’s a cutie. :)
June 23rd, 2008 at 5:36 pm
Maya says:
I love the black and white with the candles!
June 23rd, 2008 at 6:23 pm
phyllis says:
those cupcakes ROCK. and your girl is adorable. can’t wait to read the post on the no-waste party….great idea.
June 23rd, 2008 at 6:37 pm
Wendy says:
I can’t wait to hear about your zero-waste birthday party! And thanks for the note about the felt birthday crown! How cool is that! Heck, I could even try to make one!
My gal’s first birthday is in early August and I’m already feeling pressured! We’re just doing a little cousins party but I’m definitely eager to hear about greening the whole event up!
June 23rd, 2008 at 8:24 pm
Joy says:
It blows me away that my little one will be four someday–and it will happen in the blink of an eye! I’m looking forward to your party tips for his birthday festivities in the fall.
June 23rd, 2008 at 9:13 pm
Allie says:
Happy Birthday! She looks very content. I love 4, too:)
June 23rd, 2008 at 9:31 pm
Allie says:
Happy Birthday! She looks very content. I love 4 . . .
June 23rd, 2008 at 9:32 pm
Camille says:
LOVE the pics!! Happy Birthday to Ava from Reagan :)
Can you believe they are 4 now?
June 23rd, 2008 at 9:46 pm
Camille says:
LOVE the pics!! Happy Birthday to Ava from Reagan :)
June 23rd, 2008 at 9:46 pm
Nina says:
I just love the idea of using cupcakes…and can’t wait to read about the party!
May she have many, many more years…with each one being better than the previous ones!!!
June 23rd, 2008 at 11:38 pm
Isil says:
Happy belated birthday Ava!You grew up before our eyes ;)
June 24th, 2008 at 7:27 am
Nicole Feliciano says:
Great idea for a birthday theme. This month I’m going green on my blog http://www.momtrends.blogspot.com
I’d love you to share a comment or two about green parties. Also, I’m running a contest you readers would like. Momtrends is giving away 10 sets of rechargable batteries and a recharger from Duracell. Visit the site for full details.
June 24th, 2008 at 3:02 pm
erika says:
aww, she is so sweet! i love that you had a green party~ i can’t wait to hear all the details! :)
June 24th, 2008 at 4:13 pm
My Sea Pod says:
HAPPY BIRTHDAY AVA!!!!! I can’t wait to hear about the party. :)
June 24th, 2008 at 6:53 pm
Hatchet says:
Happy birthday, Ava!
Those cupcakes looked scrumptious! What farm were you on? Looking forward to the write up!
June 24th, 2008 at 9:00 pm
Cat says:
Happy B-Day Ava!
How fast they grow!
June 24th, 2008 at 10:32 pm
Stacy says:
Happy birthday Ava! Wow, she is getting to be a big girl now, too. Great birthday shots. :)
June 25th, 2008 at 7:55 am
yarrow says:
happy birthday Ava! My Sophie will be four in December, it goes by so fast. I can’t wait for the post on the party. Blessings.
June 25th, 2008 at 3:49 pm
casual friday everyday says:
Happy birthday to your baby girl. My son just turned four too (well, in may). our kids are growing up!
June 25th, 2008 at 5:59 pm
Star light says:
She is so pretty….so cute baby … :-*
Allah BLESS her… ameen :)
February 16th, 2013 at 7:51 pm