Ben is One!

We had such a fun little Birthday Party for Ben. I must admit I was a little hesitant. I think since we have three, I am way too relaxed. Brianna and Brian had appetizers and punch bowls at their one year old parties! Poor Ben! Mary and Brian both agreed he had to have a party. I TRIED to keep it really simple. Brianna did the decorating, which she throughly enjoyed. I made a little duck cake for Ben and a REALLY yummy ice cream cake (first time making one of these). We had a few snacks like deviled eggs, chips and salsa and pigs (actually turkey since I am dieting) in a blanket. Ben got two presents on his Birthday which was the perfect amount. He got a little fire engine to ride on that he loves and his very own wagon from Mary and Jim. We had to be very specific about the rules of the wagon. I can just see Mary rocking on her front porch and watching Brian push Ben down the driveway in his new little wagon...YIKES! I can't believe how this year has flown by. Ben has been such a joy to our family. He is so sweet and quiet and we all adore him. What a blessing he is to our family! I can't imagine my life without this sweet little guy! P.S. It looks like Ben is going to like football!