Haper turned one, and of course, there was a party.  We were so lucky to have beautiful weather, family and food.  There was a gift or two, as well.  Harper is a sweet babe.  She smiled her huge grin, and laughed at all the bags and papers.  Her favorite gift, without a doubt, was the enormous balloon from her big brother. 

Thank you to all who made her day a special one.  The first year of parenthood is a rollercoaster - hold on tight, and hope it stays on the track.  I've come to believe that birthdays are as much about the child as the village.  Many have said it takes one to raise a child, and I believe it takes one to raise a mother, too.