Jonathan's First Birthday Party

Polka Dots, Colors and Patterns Galore!

On Saturday we celebrated Jonathan's first birthday with a big BBQ and party at our home! Since we never had an official house warming party we decided to lump the two things together. Our backyard was bustling with the squeals of babies and kiddos while parents relaxed and enjoyed the sunshine. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect day, it was wonderful to be surrounded by those we loved celebrating the birthday of the best boy around! 
 
While Jonathan's official birthday was last Wednesday, I decide to not "mourn" his transition from baby to toddlerhood until after his party. It is such a bittersweet transition too. I'm really looking forward to our time together as he begins to REALLY explore the world around him, but I won't lie, I sure do miss those days where he'd just cuddle in my arms (and sleep for hours;)). I'll have to settled for his great big bear hugs now :D! 
 
By the way, how adorable is Jonathan and his cousin (also born in 2013)?! They are just super duper cute. I can't get enough!!SEE?! ADORABLE!Whenever we say "Hooray!" Jonathan claps his hands, love!The crazy family photo shoots begins...Group hug!!Jonathan's friend Judah is only 7 weeks older than Jonathan and they are adorable together:)!Then there is the wiser and older Joe who is teaching Jonathan how to play with grass;)This is Jonathan's babysitter Melissa, he loves her!The Parker/Bickford/Caucis clan:)!Happy Grandparents!The image on the right makes me so happy. It was wonderful to see everyone enjoying our big backyard and hills on Saturday:) Look at the kids (and JOSH HA!) rolling down the hill!The kids didn't really want to cooperate but we all got then in one frame:)!After lots of time playing outside, it was time to come in for just a little bit and eat some cake!!I loved this smash cake that Cakes for Occasions made for me all from an image on Pinterest:)!They even made these adorable and DELICIOUS cupcakes for the guests!Happy Birthday little man!!Time to blow out the candle!Jonathan hates hats, but I snuck a photo with him and the birthday hat!First taste...Then it was ALL in!Dave found frosting up his NOSE!Hooray for colored frosting and not getting any on Mommy!Gah, he's just adorable!!Nothing says happiness like smushy frosting in between your fingers:)!Even Jacob wanted in on all the excitement!And of course, so did Maya Boo.Happy First Birthday Jonathan!!