Happy Birthday Danny Boy

We made it! Woo Hoo! Danny turned the big ONE on September 18th. Hard to believe it really. Time goes so fast. We had an elephant themed party on the 17th with some good friends. Grandma and Grandpa joined us from FL for the weekend. It was great to have them here for his special day. Thanks for joining us!

Tommy helped Danny understand how it's all done - including blowing out his candle. He told us many times before Danny's big day that Danny could try first and then he could. We kept reminding him "Danny goes first." Tommy had 3 things he wanted to get him - a whale, a party hat and a cake. All 3 requests were met. Danny wasn't so fond of the party hat some Tommy stepped in.

Brothers enjoying the 1st birthday cake.

Cupcake tower with peanuts on top for the elephants.

Danny and his pal Declan having some play time.

Some birthday pizza.

Our friends the Bells moved to Denver recently from KC. Parents Jenny and Mark have been long time friends. Erin and Mark have gone to school together since kindergarten. They have 3 darling boys (Owen, Leo and Clayton) who help show everyone the ropes. It was Leo's 6th birthday that day so we sang a 2nd rendition of happy birthday to him.

Finley, Liam and Claire eating some pizza

Proud birthday boy!!

To keep the gang busy, we had an elephant pinata. The 9 year old Owen asked for a metal bat (he's quite the baseball player) but we opted to pull strings. Everyone took a turn. Here's Liam in action.

Claire takes a try at it

Neighbors Tyler and Molly

Owen multi-tasking hoping it breaks into his bag

Neighbor Carolyn gives Tommy a boost

And Finley

Grandpa and Tommy looking on with anticipation - maybe we'll get some candy.

Maybe no candy but a smooch will do

Big eyes watching as the cake comes in

Clearly the hat is a hit!

Tommy gears up for the hat

Not quite sure what to think

Success - the team blew out the candle

Checking it out some more

A little taste with help from Dad.

Tommy dives in to help

Tommy's turn and Danny thinks this taste pretty good as he starts in all by himself.

I got it down now

Delicious

Check me out. I'm a pro now. Yum!