Wednesday, July 29, 2009

Lily's Birthday Tea Party~ July 16, 2009

Lily, turning 6!! Boy, has she grown up! And I don't like it!!

We had a little Tea Party for Lily.

She invited several of her little friends and they came dressed up.

We had it at The Plantation House in Blairsville and they did an excellent job!!

We would definitely recommend this to anyone wanting to have a Tea Party (or a great lunch).



Lily getting ready for her guest to arrive.

Happy Birthday to You...Happy Birthday to you!!!



This is Lily's cake that she special ordered. Jami (from Smoke Rings BBQ for those of you who want good food and are in Hiawassee~~go visit her) specially made this for Lily...she wanted chocolate cake, with chococlate icing and chocolate mousse on the inside...

YUMMMMMY!!!



Lily with her cake...



Ms. Phyllis pooring the ladies some tea (or whatever they wanted...sprite, lemonaide, tea, etc)

She taught them how to pour.




All the girls...the Princess Gang!





Here we have:

Katy, Sydney, Me (Holly), Lily, Malia and Glenda

Thank you guys for coming and making Lily's day so special!



Here are the ladies with Ms. Phyllis, she made them feel so special!





Lily and Malia taking it all in....getting used to being all dainty!




All the girls at the table having some snacks....


Ms. Phyllis even had cute little games for them to play...what a cool idea!! They were to hold up the frame and put their face in it...and the goal was to NOT smile....the other girls had to try and make them smile or laugh. What fun!!



Katy's turn!!


Glenda was one of the best ones....she was good at this!



Lily didn't want to do it...but held it up for a picture...




The girls having some tea.....


Ms. Phyllis explained to the girls how to take a plate and pass it, or how to pour their "tea", etc...

It was a good lesson for them.



Here was the grown up table...with all the family and friends...


The girls were nice enough to let Lucas join them at their table...they wanted him to wear his "top hat" so he could be their Prince....but he wouldn't do it....


The gift table was even so pretty at The Plantation House....



Lily literally having some "tea"

(We won't tell ya' that it was the good 'ole Southern Sweet Tea! Shhh)



It was really cool because they had us all set up in the "Lily's Tea Room"...not knowing that it was for OUR Lily.....too cool...that's how we knew it was special for us...



Ms. Phyllis doing the neat games with the girls....



A twist from "pin the tail on the donkey"...they had to try and get the purse in the little girl's hand....and Lily was the winner....




Sydney giving it a try.....good job!!



I really liked this picture....

Katy pouring her some tea....

She's so pretty and dainty!


Glenda having some tea....

They all loved it so much!


The Plantation House had several different accessories that the girls could play with...so every now and then they would go and trade out and change...

Here's Lily enjoying her jelly sandwich...



Yummmy Dipped Strawberries and grapes....





Holly and Jami....

Great friends!!


Abuelita and Holly


Lily and Glenda....they have been great friends since we moved here to Hiawassee....


Daddy had to get in on the dress-up too!!

Way to go Daddy!



The Birthday girl and her Mommy....



Lily and her Nana Elizabeth...




Abuelita....



Grandma and Lily....




Lily opening her gifts...




Lucas ended up sneaking behind me and getting the top hat on and letting me take a pic of him....


Lily loves this Weaving Loom that Katy got her!!


The girls watching her....



Lucas chillin' with Grandma during the opening of the gifts...





Thanks Sydney for the barbie, beautiful bag and chocolate!!


Lily was so sweet to let Lucas help her open the last gift...She's such a good sister!


One of her favorites....scrapbooking stuff!!!
Thanks Grandma and Granddaddy!


Lily checking out her party favors...


Lily with Ms. Phyllis


Katy and Lily....

Malia and Lily....

I truely think that she and all the little girls had a blast...It was a party that she will remember forever!

Trying to stay updated

Okay, I am going to try and keep this updated this time. I would love to keep the family that lives far away updated with what is going on in our lives. We stay so busy and the kids are growing up so fast, so I hope that this will help stay updated with us. Please let me know if you continue to monitor this so that I know my efforts are worth it. It takes a lot of time but I know it is worth it.
We miss you guys so much!
We Love you all.

Our Family

Well, a day in the life of the Mejia's, is never a dull moment. Danny works very hard for our family as an RN in a children's hospital in critical care. In his spare time he has taken up a love for woodworking. He has made us a wonderful bench for our dining room table and some stools for the kids. Holly tries very hard to balance between family life, working from home as an embroider/sewer, being a teacher now to Lily, and a friend to some amazing people we have met here in the mountains. Lily is now 5 years old and has wanted to be homeschooled for a long time. We finally made that decision to do that and she is doing amazing. Lucas is now 3 years old and is full of energy! He never stops going. He is very smart and also has a big temper. But the next minute he is saying, "Mom, I love you...you are my favorite Princess." Of course, I melt. Ty is now 16 years old...watch out and stay off the road if you are anywhere near Gainesville! He doesn't take much time to stay in touch with us these days. That makes the whole family really sad but all we can do is pray EVERYDAY for him. We love and miss him terribly.
As for now, that completes the Mejia family. Occasionally, I want to add a furry friend (dog), but for now...we just don't have the time or energy.

May God bless your life as he has so richfully blessed our family.

We have survived the Summer (2008)

Well, we did it. We survived this summer. It was a very busy one for us. Gustavo and the boys came to visit. We had Vacation Bible school for a week. It was my first year teaching--2 & 3 year olds. Boy, that was challenging. We went to Enota campground and visited with Uncle Rob and Aunt Lyn with Elena. That was a super experience. Then the 4th of July celebrations in town and at church. Then the company just kept rolling in. The kids enjoyed having all the company. Riley and Peyton came for 9 days. It was packed full of fun. We went to the Georgia mountain fair--which we enjoy every year. Grandma took the girls horseback riding. Then Rhonda brought Nana Inez and Taren and Dolph came and we had such a good time. After they left, Mila, Xavier, Jorge, Mila's parents and Ty came for a week. Those teenagers keep you busy! Lily and Lucas really enjoyed seeing Ty. They miss him so much. Now, school has started back. Lily started Kindergarten. So far, she likes it pretty good. Lucas will start a pre-school for 2 mornings a week.
Thanks for visiting our blog. Check back often, because I try to keep it updated...however, I still have a lot to do since I've been so busy this summer.
We don't know if we have tomorrow, so tell the people you love...that you love them....
Have a great day...and be Blessed!
In His name,
The Mejia's

This Summer (2008)

Hey everyone,

This summer seems to be flying by. We have stayed so busy! We have had company, survived Vacation Bible School, and now this week getting ready for Lily's Birthday party for this weekend. After her party we have Nana Elizabeth and Sam coming for a few days. After that we have Riley and Peyton coming while the fair is here. We have a lot planned and are real excited about the next couple of weeks. We miss everyone back in Florida but are so excited to be here in the Georgia Mountains!
Until next time, Find refuge in Him!
Love,
The Mejia's

Summer 2008 Slideshow