Emma's 6th birthday. April 13th, 2011

My sweet little Emma celebrated her 6th birthday on April 13th. She had a small party at home on her birthday, which was a school night. Grandma came over and Emma opened her presents, then we had cupcakes and ice cream.

Emma opening presents. The hat is one that she got to wear at school all day because it was her special day.

Opening a present from mommy. A sea turtle night light that she had specifically asked for. It shines stars on the ceiling in the dark. Ken had also really wanted one of these and since I knew he'd have a fit if sister got one and he didn't, he got one too:)

Yes, for all those who know Emma well, her turtle was "pink!"

Ken helping Emma blow out her candles.

Then that weekend me, my mom, Ken and Emma went to Seattle for 2 days. We stopped first at North Bend and did some outlet shopping.

Here's Ken looking snazzy in his new pirate hat.

And Emma in her new fairy shirt.

The first day, we went to the Seattle Center. Here is the Seattle space needle.

Stolling around Seattle Center.

We visited the Pacific Science Center. They had an awesome bug exhibit there. Ken loved it, Emma was a little scared of all the creepy crawlies:)

Also there, was a great butterfly exhibit. The kids both loved this one.

Then we had lunch and headed down to the Children's museum.

Day #2, we went to the Woodland Park Zoo. We all had a fabulous time there!

Grandma with the kids.

Mommy and the kids. We were all tuckered out by the end of the day and after the long drive back over the mountains, it was good to be home.