First Birthday Party

Ashlyn's birthday party was today. It went really, really well. I chose a pink poodle theme. It turned out pretty cute. We were originally going to have the party at our house. Our main floor is very small. When I started counting guests and realized that more than 30 people were coming, I knew we would have to have it else where. My sister was nice enough to offer our house for the party. It was a nice day and I think everyone had a good time. As usual I made too much food, but I would hate for anyone to go hungry. Ashlyn even had a few kids at her birthday. She seemed to have a wonderful time. She loved interacting with all of the kids. She even helped open some of her presents. She got some really good gifts. She got toys, book, clothes, etc. She is a very loved little girl! She loved her cake. It was pink and she just went to town on it. She was covered with frosting. I finally took it away because I did not want her to get sick. We bought her a new dress for her party. I went to take it off before she ate her cake. The zipper was stuck and refused to move. I just left it on. After the party, everyone tried to get it unstuck. We still could not get it. We finally had to cut the dress. Poor Ashlyn was screaming because she just wanted the thing off of her. I am taking the dress back to store and exchanging it for a new one. So, besides the dress fiasco, her party was filled with good food, great friends, and a lot of fun!

The beverage and cake table. I love this sign that I ordered. I just realized that I did not get a close-up of her cake.

Ashlyn playing with Garrett. They seemed to enjoy each other.

The food table.

Just had to post a picture of Garrett because he is such a cutie!

Everyone singing "Happy Birthday". It was too cute. When everyone was singing she just looked around and smiled.

Everyone watching the birthday girl.

Taking her first bites.

YUM!

Loving the cake.

She couldn't get enough!

Wow! Look at that messy face.

Cleanup was not easy.

The damage when she was done. Keep in mind this was an 8 inch cake.

Present time!

Checking out her new puppy toy.

She loved the tissue paper in the bags.

Looking at the card. The cards were also a huge hit!

Looking at her new princess book.

So curious to see what is in the bag!

Again, enjoying the card.

Garrett and Ashlyn checking out her new toys.

Dancing with Grandpa.

After the VERY traumatic dress experience.