First Birthday Parties Are Fun
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We celebrated sweet little Anna girl yesterday with a small gathering of family and a couple very special friends. It was just right. Thanks for all the well-wishes and happy birthday's yesterday.
Made her sweet little hat after downloading this digital hat pattern from Kelleigh Ratzlaff Designs and reading this tutorial from Childhood 101. Totally a last minute thing and throughout the process I was so happy and thankful that I am a scrapbooker/crafter who has random supplies on hand (like extra fabric pieces and wonder under and trims).
The poms are from this wonderful etsy shop Pom Love. I love them and will be moving them into her room.
I found this ceramic number one at an antique store in the beginning of January - it made for a nice centerpiece with some white tulips.
And the birthday girl? She was so happy (even when she had decided that yesterday was a really good day not to take a nap until about 4pm). This shot of Chris and I each holding her hand while everyone sang Happy Birthday is probably my favorite.
She didn't dive into the cake like I thought she might (she's definitely a grabber) but enjoyed a few bits before she was ready to get out of the chair and go play.
Anna got a new chair for her birthday. A nice little match to the one that Simon has had and used since he was two or three (from Pottery Barn kids). I took this photo of the two of them the other day:
Lovely party. Lovely family & friends. Lovely sweet little girl.
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Awww...God bless your sweet little angel!
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What a sweetheart! I love the poms, and its sweet that you had the number 1 in advance. It remindes me of my baby who is now 1 1/2. She wants to talk so badly and will look you in the eye and recite a whole paragraph worth of baby talk and wait for a response. She's got about half a dozen words she says consistently now too. They are so precious at this age. Hugs to you and yours from me and my baby.
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Oh what a angel face! She is surely growing up fast and the image of you, Ali!. I am so glad I have a daughter. There is NOTHING like having a little pink around the house. Love my boys too but my heart always longed for a girl. Love the pics of you both holding her hand. A memory captured in time forever. So sweet...
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congratulations. first birthday is definitely a big milestone for parents and babies - even with the second one. :)
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total sweetness.
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Absolutely precious! It looks as though she had a very special day!
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What a doll with a doll!
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Dear Ali:
I love that your blog is not just about scrapping, but about life and all of the amazing adventures that come with being part of a family. Thank you for sharing your stories and your life.
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She is so darling, but definitely, Simon's little sister. You are so blessed.
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The picture of Simon and Anna in their little chairs is so cute!
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Ali, Just love that you share with your fans! My little one is 14 months, and I just loved the first birthday moment! Priceless.
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That hat turned out so cute!! Love the idea of covering it with fabric. I'm going to have to try that! Thanks for mentioning me!
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Just takes my breath away, Ali. Just adorable. Who says America has lost family values!!! Happy Birthday to Anna and her very loving family!
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My baby's first birthday was in january, and what a mess, she hated the amount of people, it was a mess. That's life.
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what a sweet little girl, I bet she gets lots of kisses! May she have a very blessed and happy year!
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Oh Anna,
Happy Birthday. We are so blessed that your mom shares your growing up with us. Hope you had a fabulous day!
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Oh man - I have so been there. We just had my parents, Chris' Mom, and our two babysitters - all people she knows and spends time with regularly.
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such a sweet family---if you ever get tired of scrapbooking,,,you could publish a book on house decorating, yours is so cute! lisa
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Ali, thank you for sharing this piece of your life with us.. Anna is so precious..Joy to you...
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Oh, so sweet! Love the photo of Anna and Simon in their chairs. Too cute!
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