Birthday Fun TImes

Jack's first birthday was Monday.  Derrick and I decided that we would have a small do with some immediate family for this first birthday.  It was a much bigger deal for us than for him, but he seemed to have a good time.

Just finishing up some pizza.

Monster cupcakes

In typical fashion, the bow was most exciting.  Forget the presents.

Jack had his own mini two-layer carrot cake.  This is as far as he got.  Cake coma.

The next morning (Jack's proper birthday), we gave him a couple of toys.

The cat was very interested (string!).

Maybe they can be friends someday after all.

From here on out we hope to start the tradition of just the three of us going away somewhere for Jack's birthday, with him having as much input as possible regarding where.  Perhaps some camping will be in order for next year, depending on his vocabulary.    

- S.