Happy 4 and 1/2 birthday, Karina!

Because of everything that's been going on at our house, we almost forgot that yesterday was Karina's "half birthday".  Emily remembered at about 3:00 in the afternoon.  Karina was THRILLED when we told her, and jumped around the living room in delight.  We celebrate half birthdays at our house with cupcakes and candles.  However, Karina doesn't like cake so instead she got a sundae.  

Her sundae consisted of vanilla ice cream, gummy bears (which are actually vitamins), and...that's it!

We sang for her...

And she blew them out and made a wish.  Happy Birthday, Karina!

Xiao Yu made a face when he got the ice cream into his mouth.  Too cold?

Regardless, he powered through it.  Even though he made a face with every mouthful, it must've been worth it because the bowl was empty in the end.