Update-- Part 3.....A party for our little lady!

Saturday was the big day for Ava's first birthday. We had a great turn out, she is one loved little lady. I worked hard all week to put it together, I could not have been happier with the result. Ava had a great time. I often wondered if she knew everyone was there to celebrate her? I think my favorite decoration was the balloons. I found them on line, aren't they cute? I also loved how my wrapped presents turned out. I think presentation is everything!The food table. My mother-in-law sewed the table cloth. I wonder if she is tried of my parties? ha I loved how the china cabinet turned out. I put Ava's 1 month- 12 month pictures. I may leave it there for good, I love seeing how she has changed through out the year.

She got many wonderful gifts. Have I mentioned before that we have the best friends and family? Well, if I have not....WE DO! Her favorite gift was the two "new cars" she got. She just wants to sit in the one her Papa John and Aunt Ash gave, it is the cutest thing. The other is perfect for her much loved walks. She got a new piggy bank because Aubree was appalled that she did not have one. She even shared some of her change with her. You should see the cutest ladybug back pack, lunch sack, and nap mat that Ava got. All I can say is this little lady is SPOILED!She loved, I mean loved the cake! This was probably the best part of the day. Is there anything better than a one year old and cake? I really believe there is not. Especially when that one year old is your daughter.I hope Ava knows everyday we celebrate her life and that God has blessed our family with her sweet spirit. She is one loved girl! We feel so blessed to have her!