Sophie's Birthday

Our little Sophie turned one on the 1st of October; it is hard to believe that a year has already passed us by since we welcomed her into our family. Since Sophie’s birthday fell on the same day as general conference we decided to make her actual birthday just a family day, and have a party for her the following weekend. So that is what we did, we got up that morning wished her happy birthday and then left the house to attended our second 5K walk. The weather was not ideal for a 5K but we decided to give it a try anyway. We bundled Sophie up in some warm footie pajamas with extra socks on, a long sleeve onesie, her jacket and a beanie to keep her head warm. We left the starting line and made it half way through the race when Sophie decided she was cold and did not want to continue. I should have thought it thru more when I dressed her and put on her other coat, but I did not want to over do it and have her be too warm, lesson learned and I will do better next time. Anyway we finished the race took her in side and warmed her up, after that she was happier.

After the race we came home and she decided to take a long nap, and why not it was her birthday after all. Stewart and I got ready for the day and then turned on General Conference which was just starting. Sophie slept through most of the first session, we must of wore her out. Between sessions of conference we helped Sophie open her gifts. After that we let her talk with her Grandparents and Aunts/Uncles. She had a good day. Stewart and I Gave Sophie a teddy bear for her to snuggle with while she sleeps, we also gave her a large washing machine box we got for free at sears. Stewart cut out some doors and a few windows for her. She loves both gifts a lot and it is fun to see her playing with them.
Like I mentioned before since Sophie’s birthday was over General Conference we decided throw her a birthday party the weekend after. I had so much fun organizing and planning her party. I have never had the space, the time, or reason to have a big party before so I went a little overboard decorating and paying attention to details. I think in the future I won’t go so overboard like I did with this one, I can now say “been there done that”. Anyway back to the party, the theme was “Under the Sea” I decorated our basement with turquoises, blue, pinks, and lots of fish. If you recall in my last post Sophie and I finger painting, there was a picture of plates we put her foot print or hand print on… well those were part of the decorations for Sophies party. I turned her hand/footprint into fish; I think they turned out cute.

We had about 8 families show up for the party and just had a great time socializing. When we gave Sophie her cake, I expected her to dive into it, not so she picked at it for a little while and then smashed it down so it was flat. She did have fun doing it, so that is all that counts.

All in all we had a fun party, thanks to all who came and thanks to all of you who gave her gifts. She loves them all and we are grateful for your thoughtfulness.