Mason's first birthday is on Tuesday, so we celebrated with family and friends on Saturday night with a "Things That Go" party. Mason had no idea that we were all there for him (though when you're one, you think pretty much everything is just for you!), but he had so much fun along with all the other kids. My two goals for the party were to 1) celebrate Mason and 2) provide a place for kids to have fun. I'm thankful to say that both were achieved!
Mason had his very own train cake, and he was not at all shy about digging in (see video). In fact, he either ate or destroyed every last bit of it. He also got many great gifts, including a big red wagon, a winter sled, lawn mowers, race cars, a truck, a tractor, a laughing/tickle-me Elmo and books. He loves them all! Now they are covering our living room, and we've got to do some toy sorting, especially with Christmas coming right up!
I want to say a HUGE thank-you to everyone who came and to all our family who helped immensely by bringing food and helping with clean-up and set-up. We felt blessed by having so many there who love our son and who are willing to help and support us. THANK YOU!
We also used the special occasion of Mason's first birthday for his dedication. It was a special time for us to dedicate Mason back to the Lord, ask for the help of our community and our Lord in raising him, and pray for Mason as he grows both physically and spiritually. It was really significant for us, so I'll write more about it in a separate post.
Enjoy these pictures of our party!
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3 comments:
Thanks for the fun time Gaulke's! Chloe cried cuz she didn't want to leave the party:) Happy Birthday Mason--today you're 1!!!
It was such a great party! We LOVE little Mason - Happy "technical" Birthday today!!
And yes, I echo Sheila's comment on the crying. As I said when we left, I don't think Ethan has ever cried when leaving a place WITH Mommy and Daddy. He was having a blast!
Thanks for including us in the special event!
Happy Birthday to Mason! We're so sorry to have missed all the fun. Malik has a matching red sled-looks like we'll have to get together for a sledding party!
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