Ethan's 1st Birthday Party: Presents and more

With all of the work that went into a birthday party for a special one year old, I was glad to see that, while he didn't understand what was going on, he enjoyed the day.  Lots of Ethan's favorite people showed up to celebrate his big day.  He had all of his grandparents, his Aunt Carissa, Uncle Chris, his Aunts and Uncle by association, Chris, Kristin, and Cici (Sherri), Nanny and Grandpa (great grandparents), Martin, and his girlfriend, Abigail and mom, Sarah in attendance to show their love.  I wish we had gotten some pictures of everyone else too...something to add to the list next year!



I am ONE!


Hanging with Gram

After having some lunch we started with some presents.  There were a lot of toys for the little one.  We were able to keep Ethan's attention while opening his presents much longer than expected.  Our trick: putting him in the super cute chair that Aunt Carissa gave him.  It is precious.  There were some many fun items to discover.  There are things to climb, things to push, things to pull, balls to throw, and cars to make vroom noises. 



Dad, why is there tissue paper on my head?

Look at all of these new toys



I love my new helicopter

Once these were open we lost his attention and had to finish for him.  He loves these cars!

After we opened and played with all of the gifts, we had some cake.  This is, of course, my favorite part.  Have I mentioned my love for cake?  I think Ethan enjoyed it too.  We let him play with it for awhile.  At one point he showed his generosity and gave some of it to Abigail, who was standing below him.  A true gentleman we have here.

Blowing out his candles.

Cake is delicious!

Grabbing another bite

Lovin' some Grandma Flynn

The only family photo.  He is taking claim to us.

Showing some love to his girlfriend

Thank you to everyone who came to join us for the festivities.  It means a lot to us that you shared such a great milestone with us.

Bonus:  Here are some of the spectacular pictures of our little man that were hanging in the middle of all of his monthly photos.  Martin, thanks again for taking the time to capture such a big milestone in his life and ours.  They are beautiful!