Yesterday was Ashlynn's first birthday, and we did our best to make it special despite keeping it low key until Daddy comes home. The day didn't exactly start the way that a birthday should, because we went to the doctor for her 12-month wellness check and got some shots...but she was okay as soon as she got her bottle. She checked out at 30inches and 25.10lbs. She is still solidly holding her spot in the 90% for height and weight. She is cruising easily along furniture and she's trying to build up the confidence to take a step on her own, but she's not quite there yet. I'm hoping she holds off until Daddy comes home. So we saw the doctor, had a short nap in the car and then the fun began...a few hours later anyway. We got a delivery of beautiful flowers from Daddy (they are absolutely gorgeous!). We had balloons for decorations, hotdogs, mac & cheese, olives and tomatoes for dinner (kid finger foods) and then came the cupcake. We sang, with Daddy on Skype, and bubby (Landin) helped blow out the candle...then came the true fun. The cupcake became a smash cake. It as fun watching her, and I'm so glad that Josh got to see it as well. After she had her fun with the cupcake, she got a bath (equipped with Dawn dish soap!!!), and then we got to open presents. Landin was so funny because he just wanted to open the presents, and that's really what ended up happening because Ashlynn was so tired...she wasn't so much into the ripping of the paper. Ashlynn got some very fun presents, perfect for the stages that are to come.
We can't believe that she's 1 already. She is such a VERY big girl and we can't wait to see what the future holds for her. Happy Birthday little girl...Mommy, Daddy and Bubby love you very much.
