This was a mini cake that the store made also for Jonathan, he unfortunately wasn't able to eat this one (he has an allergy to egg whites) but Grandma Paula made him an awesome eggless cake and it was delish, one of his cousins also thought so!
Then on Jonathan's actual birthday, it was a Friday night and we were back at home still adjusting to being back, and me always looking for a reason to not cook - rarely do I win, usually reality of the bank account wins that:) - and I thought it would be fun to go do something fun for his bday. so we headed to Red Robin and invited along my family, so my mom (my dad was out of town), and brothers Dan, Ben and Robby and his wife Kara came out with us. And, if anyone knows me, you may see the irony in the fact that we took Jonathan to Red Robin - I really do not like it that much. I don't mind the food, but ALWAYS get irritated with the service, probably from my restaurant experience, and I don't even have high expectations from a place like RR, just to be greeted within 15 min would be nice. Unfortunately this night was no exception and they lived up to my low expectations and after about 10 min I had to go ask for some service, but we stayed and the food was pretty good - and we got some free onion rings :). Anyhow - that's all a side story, and not the most important part of the night. We had a great time celebrating that night and the highlight for Jonathan quite likely was the very fun balloon! He played with the balloon a ton - it was so fun to watch him! We did have them sing to him, but asked for a small group, it was sweet, he was almost mesmerized by the singing, and when they left he started moving his arms up and down kindof like dancing and a motion he makes we wanting more. So I think he enjoyed it and it didn't scare him.
And then that Sunday we had his birthday party. We hosted it at my parents house, as they have more room than us, and it was so fun to get together with so many of his and our friends. It's fun to see the little ones being able to interact more, and not just all lay down and stare at the ceiling. He was a good sport, and even enjoyed wearing his party hat! And at all three party's his favorite part was the cake or ice cream! not a big surprise! And rather than smushing it, he would pick up the whole piece and just hold it all in his hand eating off of it until it was gone! So cute to watch! It was so special to be able to celebrate his birthday with this group of friends as we have gone through this first year of parenthood together. Especially the moms have become such an important part of mine and Jonathan's weekly life and have been an encouragement and blessing to us. I'm sad that one family has just moved, and another is moving shortly, but will never forget this year particularly together.
I love this picture because all the kiddos are going a different direction and so mobile, in contrast to a picture of them a few months ago all just laying on the floor focused on something else.
Jonathan helping Neal out with his party hat - and this unfortunately ended badly with Jonathan snapping hat against Neal
Just chillin' with Uncle Rob
Very Hungry Caterpillar Cupcake Cake
Love the pictures!!! So...I have had bad service at the Red Robin here too! Matt and I were told we could seat ourselves at the bar and someone would serve us shortly. I think 30 minutes later, we just got up and left because no one had even acknowledged that we were there! Bleh!
ReplyDeleteIt's so much fun having a one year old- it's neat to see the world through their eyes. So great to have such a strong group of friends who all have kids the same age. Have fun with a 1yr old!
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