Cowboys and Cowgirls - Yeehaw!

This weekend we were able to celebrate Vivian and Thompson's first birthday! 

Their mommies are best friends and these little sweeties were born only three days apart! I was super excited when they told me the theme - I knew they were going to throw and amazing party and they did not disappoint!

My pictures probably do not do justice...this party had everything! The decorations were ADORABLE, the entertainment was plentiful, the food was delicious and everyone had an awesome time. I know my little man was SO happy! He loved everything!

I'll start with the decorations.

MK got crafty and made this ADORABLE wreath! I will have to get the details on how....

Mk had a "step and repeat" for everyone to take fun pictures! Check out all these adorable props!

I didn't actually get to take a picture with the cute set up but apparently Ryan did - he loved playing with all the toys that were out. 

Here was the view from the street - this was before the animals (and people) arrived!

Mk MADE the pennant banners herself and they were really adorable. 

The large banner hanging was from BuildASign.com and worked perfectly hanging from their upstairs balcony. They also had a second one that was a backdrop for the Trail Mix table. 

Tiffiny (Vivian's mom) started her own photography business and she takes gorgeous pictures. They got the little kiddos together for a photo shoot before the party so they had TONS of adorable pictures of the little ones to set everywhere. 

On to the food.
Hot dogs and all the fixins were served. There was queso and "Cowgirl dip" which was delicious - cream cheese, rotel and sausage.

This drink was a huge hit - ginger ale, champagne and frozen strawberries - YUM!

 The Trail Mix bar was a big hit - all the kids LOVED mixing their own bags up.

When Mk told me she was going to do this I was excited to help! I found the bushel baskets and bandanas at Michaels, the little chalkboards at Hobby Lobby and then I just made the labels myself.

They ordered the banner from BuildASign and the adorable picture was taken by Tiffiny!

Check out all those goodies!

They got these adorable treat bags printed for the party.

Ok so now for some party pics!

LOVE this picture of the birthday boy with his mom!

Caroline (birthday boy's big sis) and Ryan. So cute in their western wear!

(left) The kiddos watching the animals coming in. (right) Ryan love the little piggy

Horse!

(left) Ryan following the horse up the street. (right) Caroline and Parker holding hands on their horse ride - so cute!

Love these ladies!

Ryan getting tired (hair twirl) with Jessica. 

AND the smash cakes....

Wasn't this ADORABLE? We had so much fun!! Thanks Mk & Tiff! 

A Circus First Birthday

This past weekend we headed down to Austin for a fun family getaway. One of our friends was throwing a first birthday party for her daughter so it was the perfect excuse to make the trip. It also worked out that my brother and Claire were going to be in town. We had such a wonderful weekend and were so happy that we got to hang out with friends and family. I'll detail the rest of the weekend in another post but for this one it's all about the PARTY!

Natalie did such an awesome job planning this party for her little girl Reese! I loved the theme, the bright color decorations and of course all the yummy food.

Check out the adorable party below-->

I love the picture of big brother Aiden leaning in to give his little sister a kiss! So cute!

Ryan had a BALL! 

There were so many toys that he loved playing with and he enjoyed the food as well. 

Ryan LOVED this hot pink cupcake. 

He really just enjoyed licking the icing...who can blame him?

Oh and he was a HUGE fan of the sandbox. Can't wait to get him back to the beach!!!

One of Ryan's favorite toys that he found. He may have monopolized it. 

My little silly clown testing out the photo booth. 

Why is his shirt off?

Let's just say like father like son....

Just posing for a few more pics!

Goofing around with daddy

Kevin and Rob let me dress them up...and take a picture. Yay!

Ryan's 1st birthday

Yes, I know.... he is not even 8 months yet - but I am so excited about his first birthday party! I have been thinking about it for a while and I can't decide if I want to have a big party or just  a small one with family. Regardless of the guest list I plan on making it super special for the little man and having lots of fun decorations! Since his birthday is right in the heat of the summer it makes it difficult to have a party outside and since our house isn't that big its hard to get a lot of people inside, so I am still trying to figure that out. Anyhow, I did come up with a theme and I can't wait to get started on decorations! I scheduled his 1 year pictures with Cherished Memories Photography for June 25th and am super excited. I love all her work and can't wait for her to capture my little bug! I also contacted Astrid of SIGnature Creations to create a special birthday outfit for him! She is one of Mk's friends and started her business by making fun party decorations such as diaper cakes and diaper wreathes AND now she makes adorable clothing! I sent her my idea of what I wanted and she said she could make it so I can't wait! Oh and I almost forgot to mention the theme! Ryan will be having a "Little Red Wagon" themed first birthday party! I guess that's all I will share so everything else can be a surprise!