HAPPY BIRTHDAY ADYSON!!!

After 364 days full of diaper changes, 3 a.m. feedings and lots of TLC, we finally reached a major milestone in Adyson’s life -- her 1st birthday! One can only imagine how we never thought this day would come. What’s odd is that a few people told us not to go too overboard with planning and whatnot, because the actual birthday party is more for the parents instead of the child. And boy were they right.

About 25 people crammed into El Rancho Davis from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on the 11th. This included all of Brian’s immediate family and several of our close friends. Thank goodness for that (still relatively) new air conditioning unit. Brian cooked hamburgers and hot dogs out on the patio, and Debbie entertained inside and made sure everyone generally had a great time.

Of course, Ady was the center of attention when it was time for the cake. Deb got Ady a neat cake in the shape of flip-flops. She also got a half-sheet cake for everyone else. We put Adyson in the middle of the kitchen in her high chair and just let her go to town on those flip-flops! Next thing we knew, Ady had pink icing all over her face, hands and hair. What’s the best way to clean up? How about some swimming time? Ady, Brady and Breleigh all put their swimsuits on and went in the backyard for some time in the Mushroom Pool.

And as one might expect, Ady got some great presents. Mommy and Daddy got her several new outfits and an oversized block that played multiple children’s songs. She got several new books and a Disney-themed princess car. Great stuff!

All in all, Ady had a fantastic time for her 1st birthday. Debbie and Brian sure did. We all made it one year without going crazy. Many, many, many more birthdays to come.

Five BIRTHDAY VIDEOS can be view in the top right hand column.

Birthday Photos