Happy First Birthday to our "Little Man"

When Thomas was first born I can't tell you how many people told us how fast he would grow up. Now I believe them! It blows my mind that our Little Man has been warming our hearts for a whole year! No one makes us happier than this happy, easy going, giggly, cuddly little guy. I think it is safe to say Thomas has brought so much joy to so many people. Most of these people were able to celebrate with us the weekend of Thomas' first birthday. Many were unable to attend due to unfavorable weather. Low birthday party attendance might be something we always deal with on Thomas' January birthday. Luckily, almost all of Erik's family was able to celebrate with us!

These sweet cousins of mine were able to make a quick stop! I think their father enjoyed the adventure of going out in a blizzard!! Thanks for coming girls!

Thomas received so many nice gifts!

Many of Erik's family members celebrate birthdays in January. All of these people were hoping Thomas would be born on their birthday and Great Grandma Rosie was the winner! Missing from the January Birthdays photo is Erik's brother Peter. 

 Grandpa John and Auntie Stephanie are helping Thomas practice blowing out a candle. It's almost his turn!!

The mess was contained to his hands and face until Grandpa John asked, "Thomas, where is your head?!"

Birthday pic with Auntie Hannah and Auntie Stephanie. Too bad Grandpa didn't ask where their heads were! ;)

 Kisses from Grandma C and Grandpa F!

More birthday pictures with Grandpa John and Grandma LaRaye!
Perhaps my favorite part of the party was the photo booth. It was a great way to get pictures of everyone in attendance plus, it was a lot of fun to watch people choose props and pose!

These clowns had a tough time getting a "serious" photo.

 Love birds.

I can't believe my little man is ONE! He has made me so so happy! Mama loves you, Thomas!

Time for a pic with Great Grandma Rosie and Great Grandma Bette! Sure was nice of the great grandparents to venture out in the blizzard! 

Grandma LaRaye and Grandpa John take a turn!

Thomas (and Baby#2) are so lucky to have Erik for a dad! No one makes Thomas giggle like his daddy does!

Stephanie, Kristi and Erin looking very "manly." 

Uncle Drew is a goofy guy!

 

It took a little extra "courage" for Uncle Peter to take a turn in the photo booth!

What a fun night! It was probably more enjoyable for Erik and I than it was for Thomas. I realize he won't remember this special celebration but fortunately we have great pictures to share with him one day. He is so blessed to have all these loving, caring people in his life! I guess now that his first birthday party is in the books it's time to start planning his 2nd birthday celebration! ;)