Our handsome little guy is a year old today. If I had to describe him using only two words I'd have to say sweet and easy-going (is that one or two?). I am often asked "Is he always like this?" Meaning is he always happy and laid-back. Yep, from day one we knew he was just a go-with-the-flow kind of guy.
So yesterday we prayed for nice weather and invited over the entire family - that would be 62 adults and children. When the birthday boy has 15 cousins just on his dad's side family-only parties tend to be big. We had a great turn-out with awesome people and lovely weather. Not to mention delicious food.
A few picture highlights of the day:
My cake creation!
Grandma and Russ
Nora & Joy
Hank and Grandma Young
The best $8 I spent - Hank couldn't take his eyes off the balloons
He had a confused look during "Happy Birthday" - or he thought we all needed singing lessons
He didn't give us much of a show
A short-lived cry (he didn't like the frosting on his arm)
Some of the crew
Eleanor & Brody (and the fuzzy caterpillar)
Jennifer & Tom
Hank loved chilling in the Lego wagon getting pulled through the yard
We didn't get a chance to open presents at the party. So as soon as Hank woke up the girls were ready to help open the gifts.
Hank and his birthday wake-up call
Hank's Haul
Whoever got Hank the yellow tissue paper - thank you! It was his favorite gift.
He loves Chuck the Truck and his Pals
But then he got down to business and tried reading his new book - hey, he's one now
Still loving the balloons
Happy Birthday little buddy. We love you like mad! Thank you for being such a sweet little guy.
Love, Mommy, Daddy, Eleanor and Carolyn
