Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Fun to be One!!

Happy birthday to our little sweetheart!!! She had an amazing day. I think that is obvious just by looking at the cake =) It turned out so pretty.............that is probably because I ordered it. he.he. If anyone wants the name of the cake lady, just let me know. It tasted super good as well. Even though she is only one, I think she knew the day was just for her. There was so much to celebrate..........her being in our family for a year now! She has been such a blessing, and it is a miracle that she has survived all of us.=) We had a Valentine/cupcake party for her. Here are some pictures of her big day.................
The cake- Yellow (homemade) cake with chocolate ganache filling, buttercream icing, and fondant around the bottom. It was pretty tasty!And of course a miniature one, just for her.
We also had a some lasagna, chicken, salad, and rolls. Thanks mom for catering!
This is Ranae, Kyle has known her since he first moved to Boise. She is the kind of person that is hard not to love and become attached to. She was his mom away from home. She and her husband are great people, and we were so glad they came to party with us!
The birthday girl and I
It took her a minute to figure out what to do with the cake,
but she figured it out!when the cake got into her eyes, and up her nose, it was time to call it quits.And also time for a bath
I found this cute cupcake pinata, and filled it with good stuff. Carson and Kylie loved it. We also made goodie bags for some of our friends to take to their relatives. I guess I had been expecting more little kids to come. Carson and Kylie didn't mind having it all to themselves. he.he.
It was a pull-string type, which is great for smaller kids, and much safer too!=)Carson found these cool heart glasses inside. What a handsome little man.
And Kylie was a BIG help with the presents. Lexi got adorable clothes, beautiful hairbows made by my friend Christen, Birthstone (amethist) earrings from my parents, toys, and gift cards and money from our friends and family in California.
Thank you to everyone who came, and to those who sent their love from far away. It made her day extra special.
These were the cute party favors that I made. The ice cream cone had conversation hearts and a fortune note inside that said "Thanks for celebrating with me". The top is a snow ball. They turned out so cute. Kyle was a huge help with these,
and so were the big brother and sister!and here is a centerpiece that I made from suckers. Thank you Angela, for the adorable idea. It turned out really cute!
Between Chloe, and my new church responsibility.........last week was just not my week, to say the least. It was wonderful to have something so great to smile about! We love our Alexis Brielle. I can't believe she is already a big one year old. Time sure flies when you are having fun. Thanks again for all the phone calls from our families and friends who couldn't be here.We missed you! Happy Birthday again, Lexi!!!!!!!!!!!

5 comments:

AW Cake! said...

So cute! I can't believe it's been a year already!!!

Williamson Fam said...

Ahhh you guys really kow how to party, and how fun her and ryan get to share the day, we should party together sometime soon for their borthdays...I love the party favors, i will have to steal the idea, super super cute ceterpieces, who knew you were such the marths stewart...Love you, and Happy Birthday Alexis

julies place said...

Ashley, happy birthday to Alexis!! Can't we slow down time a bit?? You threw her a beautiful party. I didn't know you are so crafty!! Please give all the kids a hug and an actra one for Alexis' bday!

I'm so sorry about Chloe. Your blog that day tore at my heart. I'm sorry you had to go through that.

Hug to you and Kyle

xoxo
julie and girls

David and Melissa Belnap said...

Oh my heck!! That is the CUTEST little party I have ever seen pictures of!!! YOU ARE AMAZING!! I love it all...the cake, the little ice cream cones, the center piece!! ALL OF IT!! WOW!!!I am sooo sad we missed it!! We will make it up...I PROMISE!!! What is your new church resposibility????

Sherrie said...

What a fun party Ashleigh! :) I love the cakes, they turned out so cute, and the pinata was such a fun idea! Lexie is one lucky little girl!