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Belated Birthday Party Post






 Life has gotten the best of me, I suppose, with finishing up a summer quarter class, job searching, travelling and family visiting, and just being a mom. Madelynne celebrated her 1st birthday on the 15th and we hosted a little party shin-dig for her on the 11th. The party was a nice and great turn out. I had fun creating snacks, and a cupcake cake all in the theme of butterflies and caterpillars. Best part was Brad helping her blow out the candle, which she tried to “eat”, and hence, burned her lip a tad, but nothing that brought on the waterworks or really left a mark. Enjoyable 1st birthday and wish family could have been here to celebrate! Here are pics to commemorate the day!

Birthday Girl!

The Cake

The Window Decor




Balloons

Treats!






Opening presents

Opening presents

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Getting ready for cake

Candle

Blowing out the candle

Digging in

Yummy!

Jumping right in

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PLaying with friends





Not sure exactly what this is...

But it sure tastes good!

Super yummy!

Great day!

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  1. AnonymousAugust 28, 2012 at 10:31 AM

    Mel you did a great job with the theme and decorations!!! I can't believe she's 1 already...and all that thick black hair!!! Love the pictures!!!

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