My baby, Betty Jane, has turned 2!!! I must say that it's somewhat of a bittersweet experience. I absolutely love watching her grow and learn, but she is definitely no longer a baby. Walking at 14 months and really starting to talk at 20 months were her big milestones during year two. I'm so glad I was around to see and hear all of it! When the child that you gave birth to says to you, "I love you", well there is simply nothing like it in the world. The love I have for this extraordinary little girl has reached beyond any expectation I previously had. I knew I would love her, but I never knew it would EVER be anything like this. She is pure joy!
I decided to go with a woodsy owl theme combined with bright colors this year. I kept the party a bit smaller compared to last year. There were a total of 5 toddlers and 1 baby. As you will see from the pictures below, the toddlers succeeded in ransacking my house. Ah well, that's what toddler parties are for. Everyone had a groovy time and that's all that matters. Ok, now for the pics!
It wouldn't be an owl party without an owl (cup)cake, right? Yes... I'm VERY proud of this cake!
I made the felt owls and ordered the banner from Etsy. I want to make it a birthday tradition to make something for Betty Jane. Last year I made her a framed photo. Everyone who came to her party signed it. This year... Owls!
Betty and I found a quiet moment amongst all the chaos.
Hence, the chaos!
The party favors! Stickers, crayons and paper. What more could a toddler want?
Singing "Happy Birthday" and blowing out the candles!
And then... The toddlers went after he cake.
The toddlers (and baby).
The party was a hugs success and I celebrated by having a nice glass of wine on the balcony during Betty Jane's nap-time. It was heaven! Here is a video of all of us singing "Happy Birthday" to my incredible daughter and her blowing out the candles. Enjoy!!! xxoo - K
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