Birthday Party

Our house has finally calmed down a bit after the preparation and hubbub of the last week. Kyle and I were busy getting ready for Isabel's first birthday party! All week we were shopping for food and decorations, putting together photo albums, and cleaning the house. It was all worth it... the party was a great success. Some highlights:

• Around 30 people attending, 9 of whom were under the age of 5. Our home will never be the same again (anyone know who got purple crayon on the coffee table? Isabel ain't talkin')
  
• The "Pin the Nose on Elmo" game was a hit with the munchkins


• Kids quickly discover that hot light bulbs + balloons = explosions


• When a 4 year old boy asks you, in a not-so-innocent voice, if there is a basement... lie.


• Cooking with a crock pot can be hazardous... if you accidentally cook the cord along with your food. (R.I.P., crock pot!)


• Gifts, gifts, and more gifts! Isabel was spoiled rotten.
  

Isabel really seemed to enjoy the party, even though she didn't seem to realize she was the guest of honor. At least I hope she enjoyed it, because Kyle has sworn that's her first and LAST party!!!

Singing happy birthday...

Birthday cake and a snazzy party hat...


You know it's a good party when you end up under a table with no pants on...

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