First Birthday Party

Better late than never, right? For Lucas's first birthday party, we had a bunch of little ones over for a Ball-a-palooza! It was perfect for Lucas...who thinks that balls are pretty much the coolest thing ever invented. He loves to throw them and play catch with anyone who will join him. We borrowed a ball pit from the Lincolns. Lucas's face when he came out of his room the morning of the party and saw that ball pit was PRICELESS. (Too bad I didn't have the camera out). I also bought each of the kids their own beach ball to play with (also...a party favor!), so we had a play area filled with 13 beach balls that was super fun for our little man, too. Here are some of the highlights of the day.



Table...decorated with all the balls we could find from our garage :)



Super proud of my balloon wreath. (I later repainted the 1 in white so it would show up better). The number is detachable, so I can make a new one for next year.



Another reusable one...Happy Birthday Lucas!!!




Yes, siree, I made those cute cupcakes :)




Closeup on the birthday boy's cupcake.

 Luca spent the first hour or so of the party out on the back porch with all the dads. They were chatting and grilling; he was throwing dirt.  haha!  Eventually, he made it inside for some cake, presents, and time with 10 sweet little friends.



Right before he touched the flame and burst into tears.



Happy birthday Lucas!  And thanks to all his buddies for joining us for the celebration: Cooper, Noah, Rowan, Andrew, Grayson, Elizabeth, Ally, Emily, and Gavin!!!