The Birthday Party

We celebrated Brady's 1st birthday this past weekend with family and friends.  Brady had a great time, and it meant so much to us for everyone to come.  We had a pool party/cook out/football party (since the Gamecocks happened to be playing at the same time) at my Dad's house.  The weather was absolutely perfect.  The pool was a little cold, but Brady's cousins, Walt and Emmie, still got in!

First we watched a little football.

Then we went out on the patio while Walt and Emmie swam and Paul grilled.

Brady's cousin, Henry (10 months)

"Uncle" Chris and Frankie

Love these 2 boys!  They are best buddies.

My Grandma, "Gigi", and Brady

After we ate some food, it was time to open presents!   He racked up on lots of goodies!

This Gamecock truck from Dave was a definite favorite.

Henry wanted to get in on the action!

Brady really enjoyed climbing on this box.  He must have done this for 10 minutes.

One of his favorite activities at Waldo's is playing the drums.  No one even think of getting a drum set for Brady...he can always go over there to play ;). 

After opening presents, it was time for cake.  Notice the eyes and mouth on the picture cake...apparently the machine messed up.  But, they gave us a discount on the cake and we were just going to eat it anyway!  It still turned out cute :).

I think he liked it!

Family picture attempt #1

...and attempt #2

Not sure what Geno was doing to his head here?

Then he thought he would climb on the box again...

I love you birthday boy!

Brady and Waldo being silly.

I think the party was a success!  Thank you so much for everyone who came to celebrate!