ONE adorable child

Well, it has come and gone...Liam is ONE! It seems so unreal and yet i see him growing up right before my eyes.  We were blessed to celebrate with family and friends....and a happy baby! Well, he was a bit fussy (short naps) until i put a cupcake in front of him.  Since he has never had anything like it, he didnt quite know what do do.  It took him awhile to get into it, but once he did, there was no stopping him. He devoured an entire JUMBO carrot cake cupcake! YUMMY DIA DOCE treat!!

Unfortunately, the night before the party, Stephanie and Matt both got hit with that nasty 48 hour bug that has made its rounds.  A few hours before people arrived they made the decision to check into a hotel so they could feel better before they made the trek back to Syracuse this morning.  They were more sad than anyone to have to miss their newphew's big day but they were there in spirit.   Though one of my sisters and brother was unable celebrate with us, we were lucky to be blessed by having longtime friends Lindsay and Ryan Daniels here! A year ago, Ryan joined the air force and they have been living in Hawaii since June. They had not been home in some time so she figured what a better time to visit!! I knew Lindsay was coming to the party but it was a nice surprise when i found out Ryan would be joining her.  All in all, we were amazed with the joy love and support that our family surrounded us with.  More than anything, it was a birthday to remember :)