Birthday weekend

 For Hudson's first birthday we had a jungle themed party out in the park across from our place. Lots of our friends and Hudson's friends, along with family came to celebrate! I worked for hours on his birthday cake...and you can tell from the pictures he liked it ok. :)

 Hudson got this really great shirt from his Great Auntie Susie and Uncle Rick for his birthday - and it fit perfect for his big day! We all missed you!

Hugs from Oma and Opa!

 The lion on top was made of fondant, and it took several hours to make. It definitely "made" the cake though!

 Because it was a hot summer day, we brought out a couple pools for the little tikes. They were a big hit! I think Hudson spent about an hour in the pool - and he played nice for a minute, then he wanted the pool all to himself so he'd start trying to push the other kids out (poor Quentin!). This kid LOVES his water!

 Chris and Casey Jr. came to help make cupcakes on Friday after Abbie arrived - they're 3 weeks apart and already good friends!

 We rented a house for the weekend near the capitol, and it's been great having everyone together, and having a second "home" to go to and hang out. It was a Victorian style house, built in 1900 - so lots of character!

 He wasn't sure what to do at first...

 But he figured it out.

 We couldn't get him to keep his safari hat and glasses on, but he sure was CUTE in them!

 Patty cake

Grandma Rosdil gave him one of Andy's old trucks from when he was a boy.

Overall there were about 25 guests (plus kids), and we had a great time! We're blessed to have met some great people here in Denver, and thankful many of them also have kids so Hudson is starting his second year of life with some great friends!