Party Time!

Yesterday was the big birthday bash. We had a great time at home with LOTS of family and friends. Uncle Chris and Honey and Poppy spent the weekend at our house. We had a great time visiting and could not have pulled it off without their help! Anna Claire is quite the social butterfly and enjoyed her company. Many of her friends wore tutu's - so it was quite the festive, girly party. The cupcake party was a big hit and our little cupcake, well she is just the best! She is toddling around most of the time now and has figured out how to turn corners. I fear she will be running before Halloween! All of the kiddos played well during the party and enjoyed the ball pit. The rainy weather forced us indoors, but all in all it was still a great success. Our friends and family are WAY too generous... Anna Claire received all sorts of great toys, books and clothing. She did get a little shy when the time came to dig into her cake... she ended up on the floor squishing her toes in it and then proceeded to crawl all over me and frost me in pink icing! In the end she was in the bath and I was in a new outfit! After a good nap, we took Uncle Chris out to eat at a great Mexican restaurant where Anna Claire was serenaded by a mariachi band. She was fascinated! After dinner we came home and Anna Claire had a blast playing with all her new toys.

I found myself a little sad this evening as she cuddled up and fell asleep in my arms. This year has flown by and I know the days will only go by faster and faster. Tomorrow is Anna Claire's first birthday and the celebration will continue... albeit quietly, at home with Mommy and Daddy.

Here are some shots from the party... more to come tomorrow as we officially wish her a happy birthday!