This first picture is of Russ. He looked so cute in Grant's Buzz Lightyear shirt, patriotic hat, and floor duster that I couldn't resist snapping a picture. He was "helping" me on Friday to get ready for the next day.
Friday night Brenna had a dance rehearsal for her recital the next day. When we got home I took some pictures of her in her costume. Of course, the little boys wanted their picture taken as well.
She danced beautifully in both a ballet and tap number.
It is Grant's birthday and on Saturday we had a party for him. This was his first birthday party and he was very excited about it for a long time. After our trip to UT in March he kept saying he wanted to invite "the two Eli's" to his party (those are his cousins). We had to settle for inviting his preschool class instead.
Since I have resolved to make more of an effort at fun birthday cakes I had Grant look at pictures online with me for ideas. I soon regretted this since he kept changing his mind about what he wanted. In our search he admired several cakes that I was sure I could not replicate. I finally "clicked" on one and got interested in trying the technique.
I think it turned out really well...
I made the Buzz by doing a Frozen Buttercream Transfer- if you are interested in learning about it, click http://cakecentral.com/articles/73/how-to-create-a-frozen-buttercream-transfer.
Yes, it did take a long time, but the great thing about it is- you can make it ahead of time. And it is amazing what I get done at night when Rob is out of town ! :)
We had planned on having the party outside, but thanks to the awesome Idaho wind, we had to bring it in.
We danced to music, decorated cookies, had a dinosaur feet relay, and ate cake and ice cream.
Although exhausting, I believe it was a successful party.
On Grant's actual birthday, he got to open his presents from family. Rob and I got him a new bike. He hasn't tried it out yet, since it was raining today.
He has presents from Seth, Brenna, Grandmas and Grandpas, and mom and dad.
Happy Birthday Grant!
7 comments:
Grant's cake is AMAZING! How could you cut into it? You could just put it back in the freezer.
Happy Birthday to Grant and hope you get good weather soon.
Amy - the cake is unreal! I've never tried that method...thanks for the link. You are such a good momma!
Amy that cake was so awesome! Wow I can't believe you are my daughter. You are such a great mom and so creative! Happy Birthday to Grant! All the kids look so cute in the pictures. You are probably exhausted today! You deserve some rest and relaxation. :)
Wow, Amy. You outdid yourself on that cake there. Holy cow! I'm impressed. And Grant looks so cute as a big 5 year old! Looks like fun times were had by all. :)
Awesome cake! Sounds like the whole party was a hit!
Um, wow. I can't even comprehend how you did that cake. You are incredible! And Brenna looks beautiful and tall in her dance costumes! Happy Birthday to Grant!
Wow, love the cake. I usually try to freehand them, but I am definately going to try this way next birthday. You are so cute and talented. Cant wait to see pictures of the new little one that is joining your family soon.
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