Sunday, August 16, 2009

Carter's 2nd Birthday "Party"


Last night we had Carter's 2nd Birthday "party." I put party in quotes because we had a VERY SMALL gathering, given that I am about 10 days away from having Baby #2. However, I think it was perfect!

First we had a wonderful dinner--yummy pork that Nick smoked! Then the kiddos played in the sand/water table that Carter got for his birthday, and took a dip in the backyard pool.

After that, we had a quick change out of wet swim diapers {during which Carter was announcing to everyone that the "pool is closed" which was too cute} before singing Happy Birthday and eating birthday cake.
Blowing out the candle with Dad

Shoveling in cake

We have a few more small celebrations planned {cupcakes at school & some sort of celebration on his actual birthday even though I'll likely be in the hospital}, but we appreciate our sweet friends helping make Carter's 2nd birthday special!

The favors for our friends {2 and elephant iced sugar cookies}...not quite Martha- or Andrea-quality, but I was pleased with my first effort!

9 comments:

Jody, Andrea, Banks, Mary Reese & Owen said...

They look fabulous! Great job! Sorry we missed it this year. Looks like he had a ball.

Button said...

It looks like y'all had a great party! He is getting to be such a big boy! Uncle Ken and I hate that we missed the fun, but we are glad we got to spend some time with y'all this summer.

Love y'all!
Aunt B

Sue said...

CAn't wait to be with you on the "REAL" day.
love and see you soon
Bamma

Haley Gilroy said...

awe- wish we were there!!!!!!!!!!

The Nix Family said...

First of all, WAR EAGLE....I had to say that before I could tell you how precious Carter's elephant cake is...did you make it??? So glad you had a fun party. Happy Birthday, Carter!

Caroline said...

Happy Birthday Carter!

Chris, Kristin, and Emily said...

so cute! i loved the cake...roll tide! :) happy birthday carter!

Anonymous said...

you look great!!! happy birthday sweet carter :) i cannot believe he is already 2!

Rachel @ Moments With My Miracles said...

Happy Birthday Carter! Such a cute cake!!!