Isabel's grandmother and aunt came over last night for a special rib dinner celebration. It was a lot of fun and the kids stayed up late enjoying the family party.

After a delicious dinner (I'm so glad Isabel requested ribs!) we had yet more birthday cake!

Isabel enlisted her brother's help to blow out all the candle sparklers.

It's family tradition for Alan to play Happy Birthday on his trumpet. This year Isabel got into it and tried to play a little herself.


Isabel and Gabriel were so tired after all the activity and fell asleep within minutes of getting into bed. Isabel still has party popper string confetti on her pajamas in this photo!

Isabel had a great 8th birthday celebration filled with family and friends. She received so many thoughtful cards and gifts from people in other states and even one from Germany! I was touched by how many people celebrated her good health and happiness.