I think the anticipation of Reilly's first birthday was probably more exciting than the actual day! I'm sure some of you new parents can relate - as you get close to the milestone, the excitement is overwhelming! On one hand, you think back to all the long and sometimes challenging days, wondering if this day would ever come, while on the other hand, you can't believe your baby is already one years old! Love the saying, "the days are long, the years are short."
I think I had this wierd idea that after Reilly turned 1, parenting would be a piece of "cake"....hmmm, I don't think so. First of all, he wouldn't even eat his cake at the party! I had done my homework and finally found the perfect football shaped cake for his football themed birthday party. I was thrilled. But when the #1 candle was put in the cake, the cameras were out, the video camera turned on and family singing "happy birthday"...Reilly did not perform! Instead, my little man cried his eyes out and wouldn't even take a lick of the frosting. Poof...my kodak moment had come and gone.
Luckily the present opening was a big success! We couldn't get the toys out of those impossible boxes and twisty ties fast enough. He loved everything! OK, we are back on track for a successful first birthday party.
7:30pm rolls around and my birthday boy turns into a pumpkin....must go to bed....now...before any of the guests have left! Happy Birthday Reilly! Mommy and Daddy are so proud of you.
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