Ryan knew it was his special day. Grandpa and Grandma
Conder are in town visiting and the excitement in the air was very noticeable. He woke up and we had donuts and opened presents. Emma and Sean helped him open the gifts and we played for a good solid hour before Shiloh had to go to work. Later in the day we had a birthday party for him- Olympic style since today is the opening ceremony for the 2008 summer Olympics. We had the Riggs and the
Gordons over for some games (throw straw for javelin, plate for discus, cycling, basketball, etc.) they each received a gold medal for winning or participating. Then we ate some cake, as you can see in the picture Ryan loved his little cake and so did River (eating off the floor.) Then he opened a couple more presents and we let all the kids open the one and it was hilarious to watch! I believe Ryan had a wonderful birthday and I can not believe that a year has already flown by. He walks when it's
convenient and babbles all the time, and has such a fun personality. He can make friends of complete strangers in seconds, and turn a grumpy person happy with just one giggle. Happy Birthday Ryan!
5 comments:
Happy Birthday Ryan!!! I am so sad I missed his first birthday! But, it looks like he had a great party! I love how he was very excited to dig into the cake. It looks like you had to hold his arm while you blew out the candle? I also love the sunglasses-too cute!
Seriously, Julie when I have kids you will have to share your creativity with me. Olympic games at the party-that's awesome!
Olympic birthday...how creative! He's a total cutie, Julie!
Happy Birthday, Ryan! That was such a great party, Julie! Thanks for inviting us. The kids LOVE their metals. You are awesome.
Sooo bummed I missed it!!! It was just one of those days! BUT look how skinny you look in the picture where you are holding him!! Glad I go to play with you that night!
Wow--a year goes by fast doesn't it! Happy Birthday Ryan! What a fun idea for a party--you are too creative! =)
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