A Celebration to Remember

It was a spectacular, fantastic, better than I imagined "on the farm" birthday celebration! I admit there was stress, exhaustion, continuous prayer for good weather but every second was worth it, just seeing his smile. Trexen can be shy and unpredictable but not today, he was giddy with excitment, hugging all of his friends showing off his "farm". The weather was cloudy and cool, just like a farm party should be. My husband's man garage transformed into the barn filled with snacks, balloons, hot cider, chocolate milk straws and party hats. Guests arrived and the fun began! My sister, aka tour guide, led the kiddos around the farm stopping at little stations where my other wonderful family members awaited with fun facts and hands on activities. My husband drove the haywagon and parents followed along snapping pictures enjoying the smiles.

Gift giving was chaotic, loud and messy. Kids all talking at once anticipating their gift being opened. After each one was wildly unwrapped Trexen gave each friend hugs and thank yous. He received lots of books, trucks and farm related toys. Birthday cake was delicious as kids slowly reached sugar overload. As the last guests pulled out of the farm we went inside to a heaping pile of dishes, half inflated balloons, presents filling the family room and one extremely happy 2 year old.

As the day of celebrating came to a close we marched upstairs to his new "big boy bed". This tractor bed which his daddy built was highly anticipated on his end and mine. This little life that came into our world 2 years ago said, "oh my goodness" over and over as he saw the bed. So overwhelmed with joy he jumped right up on the bed and slept all night.

Months of planning, preparing and praying for this day of thankfulness, thankfulness for a precious life that has rocked my world was perfect. I am so blessed to be a mama, loving every moment.

Birthday Boy

Chicken Coop

Milking the cow

The barn

The tour begins