We had a fun little family birthday party for Will on Sunday. I tried a new chilli recipe (
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Beef-and-Bean-Chili-107079m - made it up on Saturday, put it in the crockpot Sunday AM with some beer to keep it moist), cornbread, veggies, pitta chips/hummus, fruit, hot apple cider, and chicken nuggets for the kids.
Bright, happy cupcakes, for our bright, happy boy. In honor of his first official word ("dog"), we made cupcake toppers.
Cuddle time with Grandma Dee Dee - he loves to chew on tags.
Mmmmm, chicken nuggets.
Playing with dear Monie.
He was all about his balloons.
Oooh, what's that?
Andrew was happy to help blow.
All five of us.
Looking excited.
And then not so much.
His siblings and cousins made up for his disinterest.
Finally.
The ladies - myself, Monie, Dee Dee, and Aunt Ginnie
Emmy and Kaleigh put on a show for Will - they were quite good (Kaleigh had some serious dance moves too).
He loved it.
The presents and banner all somehow matched. Andrew asked me if I put the banner in a "W" for Will - well, look at that.
Present time.
The scene - I am pulling wrapping paper out of Will's mouth. The downside to him now finally feeding himself is that he places lots of interesting things in his mouth (leaves, paper, old bandaids - yum).
Cute face - and yes, he does like sweet potatoes and squash ;). His doctor assured me that this is actually really good for him.
So proud to be standing.
Playing with Grandpa Jerry.
End of a long fun day. Happy Brthday Will.
Bright, happy cupcakes, for our bright, happy boy. In honor of his first official word ("dog"), we made cupcake toppers.
Cuddle time with Grandma Dee Dee - he loves to chew on tags.
Mmmmm, chicken nuggets.
Playing with dear Monie.
He was all about his balloons.
Oooh, what's that?
Andrew was happy to help blow.
All five of us.
Looking excited.
And then not so much.
His siblings and cousins made up for his disinterest.
Finally.
The ladies - myself, Monie, Dee Dee, and Aunt Ginnie
Emmy and Kaleigh put on a show for Will - they were quite good (Kaleigh had some serious dance moves too). 
The presents and banner all somehow matched. Andrew asked me if I put the banner in a "W" for Will - well, look at that.
Present time.
The scene - I am pulling wrapping paper out of Will's mouth. The downside to him now finally feeding himself is that he places lots of interesting things in his mouth (leaves, paper, old bandaids - yum).
Cute face - and yes, he does like sweet potatoes and squash ;). His doctor assured me that this is actually really good for him.
So proud to be standing.
Playing with Grandpa Jerry.
End of a long fun day. Happy Brthday Will.
Cute party Laura!! Love Will's expression in all the pictures. And I LOVE his little orange nose ;)
ReplyDeleteSeriously, sometimes seeing your photos makes my heart ache that I can never be there in person. Your boys are so adorable! Happy Birthday Will!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday little Will! I love the colors you used for the cupcakes.
ReplyDeleteHi from Boise! Happy Birthday, Will. Laura, we sure enjoy your blog and all the great pictures. So glad you folks get to go 'home' for the holidays. We'll be thinking about you . . here's to a safe and wonderful trip!
ReplyDeleteThis post makes ME happy. Love your banner. That Will could NOT be cuter!!!
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