Maya is Two Years Old!!

Last photo as a 1-Year Old! :( 

Oh Maya!! You are so awesome. In the weeks leading up to your birthday we kept preparing you for your new age. You would walk around saying, "Maya Berndsen 1!" However when you woke up on your birthday we asked you how old you were and you proudly and giggly answered "Maya Berndsen, 6!"

Maya with her donuts in the shape of a "2"

I worked long and hard to surprise you with this homemade Frozen skirt for your birthday. Upon opening the box, you immediately tore off your pajamas and put on your new clothes. You twirled and spun, and repeated, "Maya pretty dress, Mommy made it" which was a wonderful birthday gift to me! 

Maya's Birthday Outfit

Couldn't stop smiling and modeling!

We were blessed with a beautiful sunny 60 degree day, a rarity this Spring. So, we ventured to the park with your new scooter and then to the playground. What fun it was to feel the warmth of the sun and play outdoors as a family. 

Daddy helping with the scooter

Maya and Elliana 

Riding in style to lunch

We ventured to Mt. Lookout for a family favorite restaurant, Zip's Cafe where we indulged in burgers, fries and lots of smiles.

The Birthday Girls at Zips Cafe! 

We rounded out the day with a homemade cake and birthday wishes. 

Making a wish...

In the weeks since your birthday, you seem to have grown so much. You talk and communicate so well, have very strong opinions and appreciate a thorough explanation as to why you can't get your way when told no. 

Your smile and go with the flow attitude is contagious and makes me want to be a better person. I love that you have a sense of humor that matches my own, and a sensitive and caring spirit unlike any toddler I've known. Maya, you are full of compassion and kindness and I pray that remains a part of you forever more! 

Happy Birthday sweet girl. You will always be my baby!