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Our family celebrated a big event this past week. Our Little Miss turned two. We kept it a low-key affair, but it was full of love, fun, and celebration. My parents spent the week-end with us and joined in on the fun so it was just the five of us. We didn’t want to overwhelm her with a party and lots of people and presents, and so, we planned what turned out to be a perfect way to spend the day.
When she woke up, she was greeted with balloons, cheers, smiles, and a special birthday head band. Everybody got in on the act including sweet Gracie. After an early breakfast, we dressed her in her birthday tutu dress so that we could travel about 45 minutes and be at the Lazy 5 Ranch for their first wagon tour of the day.
The Lazy 5 Ranch is a privately owned ranch in Mooresville, NC, and they give farms tours from the back of a big ole wagon that is pulled by Clydesdales. It isn’t your typical farm tour, though.
This farm has exotic animals not normally seen in these parts.
Little Miss loved the llamas especially after reading this book.
There were zebras, llamas, camels, buffalo, giraffes, ostriches, Vietnamese pigs, and many different varieties of African deer and antelopes.
The animals are very tame and come right up to the wagon for treats that the farm provides.
They seemed to be living a good life with the run of the entire farm and the love from all of the visitors.
By the way, visitors can do the wagon ride or follow a trail and drive their own vehicles through the farm.
Little Miss was timid at first, but then she got right in on the action. She loved letting the animals eat from her hand or from the bucket she held. The towel around her neck is her blankie that was with her in Thailand.
Each animal had its own way of eating. Some took pellets from our hands, some ate from the ground, some ate from the bucket, and the bulls tipped their heads back, and we poured in the food.
The tour lasted an hour, which was just the right amount of time.
Afterwards, we walked through the petting zoo where we saw tortoises, burrows, camels, and exotic birds.
By the time we arrived home, it was lunch time.
After a nice nap, Little Miss awoke to birthday cake (her first cake) and ice cream. Then we opened presents and spent the rest of the day playing.
We aren’t sure if she fully understood the whole thing, but now when we ask her how old she is, she responds with “Two”, but holds up one finger. She knew that it was a special day for her, and we look forward to celebrating many, many more.
Thanks so much for following us along as we share special moments from our lives with you. We always appreciate your comments and kind words.
Cheers!
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Carol says
Lazy Five is a wonderful place to take anybody, kids and adults. We used to take 1st graders on the wagon ride and we all loved it.
Jordan says
Carol,
I agree Lazy Ranch is wonderful and perfect for all ages. Everyone had a blast!
Rita C at Panoply says
So, so sweet. I can’t wait until we can see her beautiful face. She is very special, and I love these updates.
Jordan says
Rita, it will be a while. Stick with us.
Karen says
So sweet! Happy Borthday Little Miss
Rose says
Happy Birthday Little Miss ~ so glad your day was wonderful.
Much love,
Rose
Linda says
The love you have for this little girls oozes through every word you write. What a wonderful life she is to have. You are very special people and I wish I knew you personally. Thank you for sharing these wonderful moments.
Jordan says
Thank you, Linda!
Donnamae says
Little Miss’ birthday sounded perfect! I love her tutu! 😉
Jordan says
Donnamae, she loves to twirl in her tutu.
Debbie says
So cute…..glad to see a little more of her and her girlie outfits. Enjoy this special time.
Alicia@Eco Friendly Homemaking says
Looks like she had an awesome birthday!!
Jan Smith says
I’m always thrilled to read your updates.
You planned the perfect day for your perfect daughter! How wise to limit the number of guests to family. I remember being told once that the right number of child guests for a child’s birthday party (outside of familiar family members) is the child’s birthday age + 1 child guest. I always followed this and it worked like a charm! So my only question is when I turn 70 in January does this mean I get to invite 71 guests?
Jordan says
Jan,
Haha sounds like you get to have a big party come January!!!
Michelle Reeves says
What a happy day for lil Miss. You have really done your homework on what’s best for her. The best present she has recieved is you.