Monster Party

We celebrated Jake's first birthday this past Saturday with a Monster Party. Two parties so close together had me stressing out but things seemed to go off without any hitches. Justin barbecued and I baked and Jake had a blast!...Haley was there too but off in big kid world. :) Thanks to all our family and friends who helped make Jake's day extra special. He is one lucky "big" boy! Check out the pics below from the party.

Jake's first completely self created art work. :)

 The birthday boys favorites...strawberries, blueberries, and grapes.

 Monster Bait...a variation from pinterest.

 Homemade marbled and chocolate cupcakes. Yummo!

 Jake's personal monster cake. This was my first real attempt at cake decorating.

 The birthday throne.

 Presents, presents, and more presents. We apparently need a bigger house now.

 Favors...monster slime and "hairy" monsters.

Monster slime. This was a huge hit with the kids. Gross and cool...what more could they want?!? Ha.

 For the last week we have been growing these little guys for party favors. Haley thought they were awesome!

 The Texas Buskirks

 If only we knew what was going on here.

 He was a little unsure at first....

 ...but got totally into when then fire started and the group broke into song. :) 

 "Happy Birthday to Jake"

 Not wanting any cake...I thought maybe if he saw all the other kids...

 ...and it worked!!

 Threw in a spoon and it got even more exciting.

 Thirty minutes later a decent mess had been made and someone was ready for a bath. :)

I can hardly believe our little boy is a year old. How times flies! He has been an absolute joy to our family and I couldn't have asked for a better little baby....hopefully that will carry through the next year as he becomes a walking, talking toddler. Check back in a few days for Jake's 1 year post.

Happy birthday Jake Owen Buskirk! We love you like crazy!