A Wild Time

Well, it was actually fairly tame, but Will did have a zoo-themed one-year birthday party, so I could not resist the title! We got the day started by blowing up a lot of balloons. And Will LOVES balloons. He practically jumps out of my arms at the grocery store when he is offered one!








We were happy that many of our friends were in town over Labor Day Weekend and that they joined us to help Will celebrate his birthday. Here is cute Miss Ali, rocking the zebra visor that was part of the kiddie "swag."

Natalie and Amanda also had fun at the party but it was a bit overwhelming for all 3 kids. I guess we don't have enough parties for them to be comfortable with a swarm of people at our house! I'm sure that won't change any time soon!!!

Randy, Isabella and Will.


Our lovely friend, Dawn, and Will.

Gary and Anabella.

The neighbors: John, Nancy and Jerry.

Kevin and Olivia.

Krista and Olivia.

Lynn and Peg.

The neighborhood gang: Nancy, Jerry, Carol, Steve and Meredith.

Jillian and Natalie.

Water table fun.

Amanda enjoyed her chocolate cupcake a ton. That girl has a BIG sweet tooth. I have no idea where she got it from!

Will got creative and decided to eat his cupcake with a shovel.....

And then he nicely posed for a photo with mom and dad (with the shovel, of course).

After the party, we all gathered inside, where it was cool, for more balloon fun AND present opening.

Needless to say, Will got a LOT of help from the girls opening up his presents. But he had a great time nevertheless.

He particularly liked this great little ride on fire truck. Thank you, Carol and Jerry!!

And he liked opening all of the cards.

Grandma got him a cute hat and outfit. He leaves the hat on his head for about 15 seconds a time!

Natalie and Amanda were lucky enough to get some too, but only Amanda would let me take her picture. Awww....



Thanks, Grandma!!