Boston Birthday Celebration

Lydia will turn 1 on August 12.  It is hard to believe how fast this year has gone.  I have heard it said that the days are slow when raising children and the years are fast.  I would have to say that I agree based on this one year.  

Since we will be on Tempe on her actual birthday, which she shares with several of our friends here in Boston (Sean Richmond, Ron Goode, Dan Snape), we had her birthday party this past Sunday evening.  It was a lot of fun, so I wanted to share some photos.

I had a lot of fun preparing the decorations and food.  The theme was from the book by Eric Carle, The Very Hungry Caterpillar.  If you follow me on Pinterest, you probably saw a lot of my decorating ideas on my "Party Planning" board.

Here is the food table.  The menu included the fruit that the caterpillar ate in the book along with some savory items.  

Here is an up close view of the cake.  Seth won a cake from a favorite place of his to hang-out, Treats on Washington in Brighton Center, and they did an amazing job.  It was really delicious as well as looking unbelievable!

Here's the birthday girl!  The outfit was provided by my Aunt Roselyn.  Thank you!

What a sweet face!

This is a great pic of Lydia being so excited with our friend and amazing babysitter, Missy.  Missy has watched Lydia for us a couple of times, and they always have an adventure (e.g., hiking, going to get ice cream).  We love you, Missy!

A little telephone before the party started.

"Reading" The Very Hungry Caterpillar

Auntie Mills arrives

Jeff giving Lydia a preview to the birthday song.

Who needs cake when this balloon is so much fun!?

And here comes the cake.  Hmmm.  Not sure what to think about this.

So, what am I supposed to do with that?

Family Photo

I think she enjoyed the cake!

This is Lydia's friend, Belle.

Annie Kate and Lily helping Lydia open her presents.

The end of the party.  Everyone had a great time.  It was a big success.  Seth told me yesterday that I set the bar high for birthday celebrations.  I enjoyed every moment - from planning to party.  Hope you enjoy!