Mallory is Two

January 2, 2011, Mallory turned two years old. TWO YEARS!?!?! Where did the time go? Although her party wasn't scheduled until Saturday, January 8th (pictures to come) we felt it necessary to do something special on her actual birthday. Being that it is winter...and cold...we found ourselves struggling to come up with ideas on where to go or what to do. That is when Marc suggested Chuck E Cheese. Great! I totally forgot about Chuck E Cheese and remembered loving it as a child. Decision made.

After a call to Grandma and Aunt Lori, we had plans to meet at Chuck E Cheese on Sunday, January 2nd around 9:30 AM. Mallory really enjoyed herself. The games and rides were mostly geared towards her age and the excitement appeared to be almost overwhelming for her. I, on the other hand, was quite disappointed. I remember a band of mechanical animals that sang and danced - not anymore. I remembered fun ball pits that seemed huge to my little eyes - not anymore. What happened to Chuck E Cheese? What happened to the staples that in my mind made it so magical? Regardless, I suppose the day wasn't about me. So, I sat back and watched my daughter in awe of all the amazing toys, slides, and rides.

After Chuck E Cheese, we made it home without falling asleep in the car (score) and went down for a nap. Waking up several hours later, we spent the evening playing and dressing up. My princess was beautiful in her pink sparkly gown and made sure to tell me so. "Momma! Princess...Pretty" followed by a very over-exaggerated spin.

I couldn't help but remember the day in the hospital when Mallory decided to join us and make us a family. The excitement and wonder of that day will never leave me. I am so happy and proud of my little girl and so far she has grown into a smart, clever, sweet, and beautiful little lady. Even though it is our first time being parents, I think Marc and I have prevailed thus far. Of course there have been mistakes, but all in all I am very proud of the little girl I get to wake up to everyday and although it saddens me to see her grow so fast, I welcome the little lady she is becoming. Happy Birthday Princess. Mommy and Daddy love you.