Adison's First Birthday

A few weeks after her birthday, and we finally had her party. It just so happened the entire family was in town, which is such a treat when that happens, so we were able to have the WHOLE clan in town: 10 adults and 9 kids, it's so much fun to have everyone together.

Kevin put the leaves he just piled up in the back yard, which was a great idea. The kids jumped and played in them. There was hockey and checking, running and screaming, all while the birthday girl napped away. But she finally made her grand entrance, ready to be the special guest. She was dressed in her party dress I bought months ago, complete with a matching bracelet one of my best friends made for her when she was born. It just happened to match the dress perfectly and fit just right.






For birthday cake we had ice cream, as it's one of the few things she'll take more than 6 bites of. :) Then it was off to presents. Her cousins made her all sorts of sweet presents, a little cross, a stick to shake (I suggested at the doggies; turns out I'd find out Cole was paying attention and did just that the next day), and a bundle of sticks tied together like a star -- and painted, with nail polish! They were so excited to share what they'd done for her and it was fun to see their hard work. She also added to her closet stash with some cute outfits and shoes! It was a great party and even more special that everyone could be there.






Look at all these girls!