Happy 1st Birthday, Grace!

Grace turned one, today. The year has gone by very quickly, but it has been so fun to watch her blossom into such a lively, funny, sweet, smart, active little bundle of joy. She is adorable in headbands and ruffles, giggly and active around Conner, and curious in all situations. I'm excited to someday see what color her eyes will end up, and at what age we can clip a barrette in her hair. :) I'm in no hurry for her to grow up any faster, though. We adore her each day for who she is now. Happy birthday, Sweet Cheeks. (Click on the photos to see them larger. Pics by Tori Wible)

We've decided to hold off on a birthday gathering for now...but Grace sure didn't mind. She's as happy as can be these days. Today was a simple family day, doing our usual thing - packing the house for a big move. :) In the process, I found a picture of me sitting in a bowl when I was a baby, and so of course I had to test it out. Grace got a kick out of the photo shoot...and so did the neighbors. :)

Yesterday we went to the Blackley's home for dinner and Conner and Grace had a great time playing with their girls!
I took over a last minute ladybug cake so we could sing and celebrate.
Then today, her actual birthday, Jake didn't like that we weren't giving her a cake on her real birthday, so he came home with a flower ice cream cake...ah, a Daddy's girl for sure.

I'm pretty sure she'd like some finger paint for her birthday. :)
Of course... the plate didn't last long.
Happy birthday, Pretty Girl!