On Saturday, July 14th, he ate...

Cake! The birthday post is finally here! Because I am printing this blog each year to use as Cayden's scrapbook, I haven't been able to post any updates until I could get the birthday one out of the way!

The party went really well. There was plenty of food, plenty of cake, too many presents, and a whole bunch of memories. Be patient, there are tons of pictures, and I want to make sure I give credit where credit is due, and no it won't all go to Pinterest. HA!

I guess the idea of A Very Hungry Caterpillar birthday came from a picture on Pinterest. Melissa at Pink Pistachio created a wonderful party for her son's 1st Birthday. Once I saw what she did, I knew I wanted to use it has a jumping off point. After many searches on Pinterest, I found the cake I wanted. I usually go to a well known cake store a few miles down the road, but I knew that it was going to cost me a pretty penny. A friend suggested Bizzy B's, so I went and showed them what I wanted, and they said no problem. And by the way, because it is a 1st Birthday, the smash cake is Free! Sign Me Up! They did a FANTASTIC job!

Cayden's Smash Cake

Close up of the Caterpillar

This was after the party...when it gets wild!

 As far as decorations went, I made them myself. And let me tell you. Pinterest can be the death of you, when party planning. Everything looks soo good on there. And so easy to make. And sure! Why can't I do that too? Spoken by a crazy person.

Food Table. Cayden's board included 11 months worth pictures.

Full Cake Shot.

 Melissa at Pink Pistachio sold me the labels she used for her son's birthday. They were so cute! And I think it added just enough Hungry Caterpillar, so it wasn't total overkill.

Cayden is One banner!

Tissue Paper Poms. Easier to make than I thought, but a little time consuming.

Flag Banner.

 We invited several of our family and friends, and thankfully almost everyone was able to show up. To say that Cayden is Mr. Social, is an understatement. He was running around, playing with Millie, and in general entertaining his guests.

 Then came time for the cake. We assumed he would like the cake. I like cake, Heath likes cake; it's in the genes.

We gathered around our dining room table, which was covered with a table cloth, as was the floor. When everyone started singing Happy Birthday, Cayden had a look on his face that was a cross between "What the Hell is going on?" and "Why is everyone staring at me?" It was pretty funny.

Once he played with the cake for a minute, and then tried a piece he was hooked!

 I think he ate more icing than cake. Isn't that what you are supposed to do?!

 Cayden was spoiled by everyone's generosity. It was definitely a birthday to remember.

 My brother has been DYING to buy Cayden a motorized toy since birth. Literally. I have a feeling this is just the first of many to come.

 He's one. In case you were wondering.

 It's hard to believe that he is one, and we are in year TWO. Even though I stressed out about the party, it really was worth it. If stress and decorations are a measurement for love, then I love this kid to the moon and back. And I do. I've said it before, but he's the best part of me and Heath. I don't think we could love him any more, but we can always try.

There was one thing about Cayden's party that I splurged on. We hired a photographer. I even poked fun at other people for doing this, but when it came down to it, I wanted to enjoy the party, not rush around trying to get it all on film. Sue Lee did a GREAT job. All of the photos in this blog are hers. She was so sweet and was well worth it!