First Trip to the Zoo...

We had every intention to take Addison to Build a Bear on her birthday to start a tradition of us creating a stuffed animal as a family on her special day. BUT with us staying up late the night of her party, friends and family from out of town, clean up from the party, Jilly and Pops anniversary, and the Superbowl, we decided to just spend the day with family and relax. I took the Monday after Addi's birthday off, so our plan was to visit Build a Bear then...well you know how well-laid plans go, right? We made a split second decision and ended up taking Addison to the zoo!!!

I'm not surprised that she had an absolute blast! This little girl loves all animals :)

We got our wagon ready (and Elmo too) and headed to the zoo...

A lot of the animals were napping, but we did get to see a few playing and enjoying the pretty weather. The elephants did NOT disappoint...

We were able to get pretty close and Addi was mesmerized!

We also took a train ride, which was probably her favorite part of the day!

You are able to feed the giraffes at the Jacksonville Zoo, so we got super close to these pretty creatures...

The monkeys were all sleeping, so Addi and Daddy took a picture with the "gorilla" instead :)

Thanks D-ma for the Zoo Membership...I'm sure we'll be spending a lot of the Spring and Summer enjoying the animals :)

Addi's Invite...

I had several people ask me to share Addison's Birthday Party Invitation. 

The front was designed by the Lemonade Design Studio...

And we took this picture of Addi for the back...

SO sweet :)

Addi Kate's Lemonade Stand...

We had your 1st Birthday Party this past weekend and it was such a success. We had over 50 adults and 14 children!!!  We cooked hamburgers and hotdogs, played games, and even took a hayride around Ponderville. 

Here are a few of the pictures we took at Addi Kate's Lemonade Stand.

This is the sign that greeted our guests...

The finished Lemonade Stand...

Sugar cookies made by Sweet Goosie Girl :)

One of the games we played...Pin the Bow on Addi Kate!

Cousin Mikey did a great job!

Even Addi's great grandmother joined in the fun!

We had the kids hunt hidden lemons...

A few more details from the day...

Two of my favorite pictures from the party...

I think it's safe to say that Addi has a sweet tooth!!

Our baby girl was loved on by so many people that day...

We had such a fabulous day! Lots of good food, good friends, and good times!

Happy 1st Birthday Sweetheart...your Daddy and I love you MORE than the world :)

Here are a few of the other sweet  shops that helped me make Addi's Birthday so special:
Jennifer Alison Design : Stickers for the invitations and cookie bags
Chicabug :  water bottle labels
Cute Kids Food Box : straws and party signs for Addi's monthly pictures 
Ms. Rogers Neighborhood : pennant banner for behind the cake
A Fete Beckons : pennant banner for the cake
Party Garden : children plastic mason jars
Cinotti's Bakery : cake

Party Prep...

We were in FULL party prep mode for the entire month of January as Addi Kate's 1st birthday party was this past weekend, February 1. We've been so busy that I haven't blogged in a while or recorded all the details we planned for her special day.

We decided to have a Lemonade Stand Birthday Party and we went all out!!! Here are just a FEW pictures of the special things we planned for her 1st birthday celebration...

I had my friend at Holden's Hut make this onesie for Addi...it matches her birthday invitation perfectly!

And the little bottom was covered in pretty ruffles!!!

I also had this vintage dress made for Addison to wear from Rosie Posie Gifts. Luckily the weather warmed up quite a bit, so it was just the right temperature for the dress.

David and Pops made the sweetest Lemonade Stand for Addi Kate's party...

It only took them a few hours to put it together...

And then I got busy on the painting...

We had so much fun planning Addison's party. We can't wait to post all the pics from her celebration!

Happy Birthday Addison: 12 months

Dear Addison Kate,

We can't believe a year has gone by...time flew by quicker than we ever imagined it could. This past year has been the most rewarding, exciting, and fun...all because of YOU! We get compliments all the time about how you are always smiling, good tempered, well-behaved, and of course, ADORABLE. We couldn't agree more :)

You currently weigh 23 pounds and are 31 inches tall. You are still measuring in the 95 percentile for your age. You aren't quite talking, but you can point and acknowledge just about everything...Mommy, Daddy, your grandparents, Kodi, trees, flowers, ears, nose, toes, fingers, belly button, and the list goes on and on. You are also very good at sharing and giving hugs and kisses. It seems like you skipped the walking stage and went straight to running. Mommy and Daddy are definitely getting a lot of exercise these days! Unfortunately though, now that you are running, you are getting lots of little bruises. You seem to bump your sweet little head and face all the time. It makes Mommy very sad when you do this, but you always seem to bounce right back to your happy little self. You've learned how to walk in your shoes and don't mind having them on your feet any more. You LOVE being outside and this makes us very happy. Some of your favorite things to do are read books, ride in your wagon, and RUN!

We had the best time at your 1st birthday party this past weekend...we made lots of memories that your Daddy and I will cherish for a lifetime. We honestly can't imagine life getting any better, but with you sweetheart, anything is possible.

Happy 12 months Addison Kate!!!
We love you MORE than the world!!!

Addi's New Best Friend...

Here is a quick video of Addi and her new best friend, Kodi...

She has no idea just how much Kodi is going to LOVE her now :)

11 Month Birthday Hat...

Once again, I'm WAY behind at posting Addi's 11 month birthday hat pictures. But I'll blame it on the fact that David and I are in FULL swing with planning the sweetest one year birthday party EVER!!!

That laugh KILLS me!!!! She is so silly and loves to giggle and play.

And those teeth!!!! 

I hope and pray that Addison is always this playful and fun!!!