Thursday, September 10, 2009

Madisen's 1st Birthday

So i have DEFINITELY been absent from the blogging scene for way too long! Life got a little crazy after our family vacation, but there's been A LOT that's happened! Among them......Maddie turned ONE! Her party was "ONE-Derful" too. Thanks to good friends who helped to prepare the cakes (thanks, Misti!) and for those great ones who came to celebrate too! Here are some highlights:



What a fun time we had, indeed! It's hard to believe my baby girl is already 15 months old. The time went by so fast and at times it's sad that she will never be my little newborn anymore...she's growing SOOOO much and developing so fast right in front of our eyes every day. She's so smart and unbelievably sweet. She is willing to give kisses to ANYONE who asks, loves to say "hi" to everyone as they pass her, and is such a cuddle bug with her mommy and daddy. She is the pride and joy of our lives and we are sooooo grateful to have her as part of our family. Funny how it doesn't take long for something so little to completely change your life. In this instance, it's been for the better. Of course, parenting does have its challenges, but we've been so blessed to have such a happy, beautiful girl who has the sweetest spirit. And although it's sad to see her growing up so quickly, we have learned to treasure every day the good Lord gives us and to make the most of it.

....More updates from the summer to come....
STAY TUNED!

4 comments:

Gloria said...

Looooooooooooooved this post!! The pictures you took from her Birthday party are GREAT!! And that FOOD was sooo good! :) And of course she was ADORABLE! :) can't wait to get caught up on your blog! :)

Becca said...

Awww! This has to be the CUTEST first birthday party I have ever seen! Way to go, Momma! And for the header I just used www.picnik.com. SO easy!

kathy w. said...

What a cute party! You have the sweetest little girl.

Gloria said...

so I just scrolled down to this Birthday post and that food is looking sooo good! :) I'm having some post pregnancy cravings and those oreos are lookin' delightful! :)