We had a really good time for Ivory's birthday. I tend to not do much when they are little because they aren't going to remember but I must admit, this yearI was a real slacker. Tyler's mom usually comes and takes the birthday girl out for a day of shopping and fun. They get so much stuff it seems, that I don't need to do much besides make a cake. But this year, Vicki couldn't come (she's at Disneyworld), and I found that I was a little TOO reliant on her generosity. The day before Ive's birthday, I didn't have a single thing for her. So I ran to the store and I quickly remedied the situation. I got her four things and I let the other girls choose what they wanted to give her. I think it turned out well. Here she is opening presents (with a little help of course).
I also like to do a creative cake for birthdays. The girls look forward to having a surprise. I didn't have any great ideas, and Tyler said we should do cupcakes (because they are smaller) so I got on Family Fun and found these cute snowmen. I only made a handful and then gave the rest of the cupcakes away, because if you recall, Ivory's birthday was during sick week (they didn't need any more sugar, and I shouldn't have even given them these).
I think she enjoyed it though.
All in all, it was a good birthday. I like having quiet family moments. I know as they get older they will want more friends and to go to other places, but for now, I will treasure a sweet little birthday at home.
Those cupcakes look so adorable delicous-I might have to steal that idea for another time!
ReplyDeleteI love how your such a great home maker. Those cupcakes were so cute. I wish I was more creative when it came to cooking.
ReplyDeleteShe does look like she is enjoying it! Those look great.
ReplyDeleteI love that she fits into those strawberry pants still. B has a pair just like them but grew out of them at 6 months! Cute little girl!!
ReplyDeleteI love those colorful blocks!!! Where did you get them? And the cupcakes, family fun is great - i really need to get a supscription. She sure looks like she felt loved - and isn't that all that matters?!?!? Ellie was sitting on my lap when I was looking at your blog and she kept pointing to Ivory - she loves other kids! We need to get together sometime! luvs.
ReplyDeleteshe looks just like your other girls, all adorable. I love the comments too (you mentioned in your last blog), thank you for always being so faithful in posting them, I know I can always count on you to check in.
ReplyDeletePS...loving the cupcakes, I may have to steal the idea.
How cute is she in her pigtails?!!! Happy Birthday, Ivory! Those snowmen are ADORABLE!!!
ReplyDeleteYeah for Ivory getting birthday gifts! I have to say that it is quite amazing how much hair your girls have! Each one gets those amazing locks by two! Oh and I must have missed your contest on the earlier post, but I hope I was entered and sad I didn't win!
ReplyDeleteHey but I am glad that I won! And Happy #2 Ives! She is darling and I cant wait to see her in her new fancy shoes grandma got her. You did a fab job on her cute little party!
ReplyDeleteCute cupcakes! What a fun idea. And, yes, it looks like she enjoyed it. I love the picture of her with the open book...her little toes are so cute!
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