She's One!

My sweet little ladybug is one! I am in denial; this year went by way too fast! It feels like just yesterday our whopping 9 lb, 11 oz baby was shocking the hospital staff and wooing her mommy and daddy with her kissably cute cheeks. She looked like a little suma wrestler with those little rolls and now she is our long and lean little dancer.

She is definitely our little sunshine and has blessed our home. She's picked up a few names over the year-Ladybug, Sunshine, Sissy, Pumpkin, Claire Bear, just to name a few! :) In many ways, I feel a sense of excitement and relief knowing that we've survived the first year with two so close in age. It has had its share of challenges, but the good far outweighed the bad. We've seen the goodness of the Lord. He has stretched us and shaped us in a very real way.

We couldn't resist throwing a Ladybug party for our little baby girl. She loved her cake; the pictures don't do it justice. I got a kick out of looking at her friends faces as they black and red icing definitely left their mark. I don't think she could have looked any cuter that day. I wanted to eat her since she looked so edible in her little party dress. Ok, I'll stop gushing and start posting some pictures. Be prepared, there are lots!
PS--A special thanks to my sister for taking all the pictures. She did a great job! So sad that I didn't get one with her! :(

The Birthday Girl


Bring on the cake!


Really, mom, is the hat necessary?


Brother, don't blow out my candle!


Ladybug Lane

The Spread

Party Favors


Ladybug Cupcakes


Our adorable cousin, Harper Ann


Flirting with our buddy, Camden



Cuddling with Grandpa


Being Goofy with Pops


Our dear friends, Meghan and Owen



My Neighborhood Buddies

Hugs with Grandma



Lolly, is that my cake?



Good friends, Teila and Will



Loving my new toys


Presents=Kid Zone