Celebrating Maryn's First Birthday!

Last weekend we celebrated Maryn's first birthday with a big party up in Atlanta.   We chose to go back to our prior home since so many friends and family are there - and they were the ones who supported us as we transitioned to a family of four last year.  And let's be honest, a first birthday party is as much about the adults as the birthday child!

Which is why we chose to celebrate at White Hall Tavern.  JUDGE ALL YOU WANT, but Maryn spent more nights at White Hall than any other restaurant her first year of life.  They were the neighborhood pub within walking distance that welcomed our crazy circus (double stroller, 2 under 2, and wild vizsla) on their patio.

PLUS, they have really good food. And really good space.  And TVs for all the Daddies since the Georgia game was on!

The birthday girl had a blast, too.  Although a little hesitant with the cake, she quickly warmed up to the idea of homemade frosting that her Gia and Auntie Wyllene made for her.

A huge thank you to all who came out to celebrate with us!!  What a special crowd of friends and family.

our fantastic servers!

Not only was this little girl spoiled with all the attention from her friends and family, but they spoiled her with gifts galore!!  We spent Saturday evening watching college football and opening packages.

Ben and Calvin gave her a box of Mac and Cheese (to go with the grocery cart they gave her), and she was quite disappointed that no one stopped right then and there to make it for her. Girlfriend loves her pasta!

JB, I mean, the birthday girl, had a blast with all the presents.  :)

(Pretend) Picnic Time!

JB also helped me put together one of her Little Tike presents. He handed me parts and screwdrivers, "read" the directions, cheered me on, and told me "you're SO GOOD at this, Mama".  Gosh I love that boy!

Although it's been two weeks now, I still can't believe our baby girl is ONE YEAR OLD!!  Sweet Maryn Elizabeth, I hope you enjoyed your party as much we we did. You won't remember it, of course, but one day I'll show you all these pictures and probably tear up while I recall all the love for you in that back room of White Hall Tavern.