Andrew's 1st Birthday

Andrew's first birthday was a cool and cloudy day. Jon had work and we had a busy Tuesday planned, but Andy still seemed to have a pretty good day.

Matt and I decorated in the morning.

Andy with the flag banner and balloons on the front door (and Matt's "nest" of alphabet foam mats)

The Happy Birthday banner and balloons on the back door

Matt had swim lessons in a cold pond at noon, and then after a warm lunch we went to the library for a craft activity for Matt. Andy had a good time exploring the library toys and shelves.

Playing with the bead maze

Going through the bins of building toys

Shaking the blocks

Carrying the whole bin of blocks

The sun finally peeked out for a few moments in the evening, so we went outside to play in the new water table, blow bubbles, and pick some of the berries and tomatoes in the gardens.

Andy getting ready to splash

After dinner, we had some of the cake Matt helped me bake from scratch (devil's food cake with peanut butter frosting - it may not look pretty, but it does taste good).

Blowing out the candles

Andy having fun

Enjoying some cake and frosting

We then opened presents.

Andy reading his card from Matt

Andy trying on one of his new shirts

All in all, not a bad day for someone turning 1.