The Parnell Family: little ladies louisiana derby

4.17.2010

little ladies louisiana derby

Our little social butterfly was invited to two birthday parties today!! David and I decided that we would each take her to one in order to get some one on one time with her. I staked my claim on the Spreen's Louisiana Derby right away!

Elise was soooo excited about the party and dressing up for tea and pony riding!

It was very obvious that a lot of time, planning, and preparation took place by Nikki and Brian to make sure Amelia and Abigail had a very special day. It was precious. The tables were adorable and each girl got to drink out of a "real" tea cup. A big deal when you are 4!

Elise loved putting the sugar cubes into her tea. Notice the gloves resting on the table. They were given out at the party and she was thrilled!

The menu was perfect for her! Pb&J finger sandwiches, lots of fruit, and (of course) candy and cake! YUM! She is sitting next to Abigail, but I never could get a pic of them both looking at me.

I was pretty shocked at how, with absolutely no hesitation, Elise rode the pony. As soon as her turn was over she would run to the end of the line and wait to go again. SHE WAS BEAMING. I am really glad I was there to see her joy. She had such a great time!!

It was an absolutely adorable party, and I will not be surprised when the requests for ponies start coming in for a certain girl's birthday party!!
We loved spending time with friends and enjoying the festivities!

4 comments:

Theresa Miller said...: Elise is just beautiful! I love these pics!; April 17, 2010 at 7:22 PM
kate, nick, myrt and baker said...: elise, that hat just fits you - you must have your mama and daddy take you to the races one day soon!!; April 18, 2010 at 8:22 PM
monique said...: that is the cutest thing ever. Love it! what a precious idea. She looks so happy! love yall, mo; April 19, 2010 at 8:28 AM
NIKKI said...: So glad you both got to come!; May 9, 2010 at 7:01 PM

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Elise

Elise Laurent was born at 5:00 p.m. on July 19, 2005. We did not find out her sex during my pregnancy and we were thrilled to tears (and slightly shocked) to meet our beautiful baby girl. She was a big baby at 8lbs, 8oz, and David and I couldn't take our eyes off of her. Elise is an old French name that David and I have always loved. Laurent is both my paternal Grandfather's name and my Dad's middle name. We always dreamed of having a daughter and were so thankful and overwhelmed to be given such a blessing.
Elise is a true first born. She likes structure, likes to fully understand everything, likes her questions answered to her satisfaction. She loves to be challenged and to challenge. She is also highly sensitive and independent.
She is a wonderful big sister to Lila and Bennett....

Lila and Bennett

It would be an understatement to say that we were shocked to learn on November 11, 2006 that we were not expecting baby #2, but baby #2 and #3!! In just shy of two years we would have created quite a family!
But, on June 1st, 2007, at 36 weeks exactly, we were thrilled and completely overcome with joy and gratitude as we welcomed two big, healthy babies into our family. First, Lila Sue, named after my Mom at 7lbs 0.6oz, and secondly, Bennett Raymond, named after David, David's Dad, and my maternal Grandfather, at 7lbs 10.4oz.
Lila has been the vocal one from the start and to this day is still pretty much running the show. She is the life of the party, the entertainer. But she is also the most compassionate, most giving of our children.
Bennett is a true boy. He is active and rough and loves to tackle and throw. He also adores his sisters and his Dad and gives the best hugs around. His big baby blues get me every time.