party time (aka the longest post ever)

We had a fabulous time at Lauren's 1st Birthday party. Everything came together and even though we had 45 people here it really didn't feel too crowded.

This post is forever long so I apologize in advance. There are many pictures to document this momentous occasion for our little girl. :)

Lauren LOVED the balloons!!! She was in awe of them.

The banner I made for her big day. I never got a picture after we got it straightened out.

Desire, my friend, made the cake! It turned out awesome!

I made Lauren's onesie and tutu. It was a lot of fun and I liked knowing that her birthday outfit was made especially for her.

The outside sign. It rained so Shawn got this pic from the garage!

The Food:


Yes, that is a cooler skirt! Haha, am I weird or what? We served ice out of it and it needed to match the decor!

Our little family:


The outfit:

She didn't keep the tutu on for very long, but she sure looked cute! I got the cute bow from this site. They were wonderful! I ordered it Wed. night and it was in my mailbox Saturday morning.

Opening presents:

Check out that face!

Cake Time:

This is a picture of her blowing...can you tell?

Yes, I ate some off her hand. I am her mama...how could I refuse a girl ready to share?

Playing with the gifts:


We've got a lot to teach this girl about texting while driving!

What a great day! I am so thankful for the friends and family who came to show Lauren how much she is loved. It is hard to believe that my little baby is a year old, but I am excited (nervous) to see what lies ahead for us!