First Birthday

I love birthdays, so I was so excited to celebrate my daughter's first birthday. We started out the day by giving Lottie her first present, a play kitchen, which Chris and I had stayed up late the night before assembling. It was our first late night toy assembly experience but probably not our last. 

She loved it--totally worth all the time.

Daddy teaching Lottie how to drink her tea properly

Taking birthday calls

Then, we enjoyed a pancake breakfast, Lottie's first pancakes ever. They were a huge hit, especially with the syrup added.

After lunch, we skyped with Paw-Paw, so he could see her open her gift from him. He gave Lottie a swing, which still makes her giggle every time.

That evening, we did a group Google Hangout with Poppa, Gigi, Uncle Brian, Aunt Sarah, Luke, Aunt Carrie, & Uncle Jeremy while Lottie opened her other presents.

We gave Lottie some books and a water table with tons of water toys for it. We had a great day goofing around with the goose, playing in a tutu, opening gifts, and just celebrating our precious girl. 

Well, and let's be honest, celebrating that we made it a year!