Sophie's Pony Birthday Party

Sophie's birthday was in July but I am very behind on posting... so just pretend the date is right :-)

Is it just me, or is every little girls dream birthday party a pony party... Sophie kept asking so after talking with the riding center we decided to take the plunge...


do you see Sophie's cheesy smile (middle girl in purple hat)? She had a blast & kept telling me it was the best day of her life...


Hats & Boots - check... cheesy smile continues with Sophie (see her in the purple hat)

Big sister helped with lead reign

Everyone receiving instructions for the various games, as well as a few quick horse riding tips

Sometimes we need help to mount these ponies :-)

But in the end, we will succeed

Nina is mounted & ready to go

Sophie rode Rupert - her favorite pony

First group of riders is ready to go

Smiles all around

Smiles from the birthday girl

Birthday girl is in the lead ~ thanks Charlotte for your help!

Brittney is learning just how difficult lead reign can be...

...and sometimes it takes more than one person to a lead a horse

everyone loves Rupert the pony

saying goodbye to Misty

Ponies are in their stables so they can have a rest

When the day was done, everyone still had smiles & lots of stories to tell their parents.

Sophie, you are my little princess who brought 'grace' into my life. I will always cherish you and these fabulous memories we are making. I love your smile, your giggles, and your non-stop cuddles. You have brought many blessings to our family, and I can't believe how big you have gotten...