Wednesday, January 14, 2009

3 days and counting......

I've been a little distracted these past few days because i've been planning Kennedy's first birthday party. I know you should to these things like months in advance but I'm not that kind of girl! I mean, I just got out the last of the invitations on Friday and the party is this Saturday! Talking about last minute!
So, 3 days and counting until Kennedy's first birthday party! (or should I say two because Saturday is the party and I really can't count that day because everything has to be done before then!) I have so many emotions about her turning one! It's been such a roller coaster! People keep saying "aw......aren't you sad?" and I reply "well not really!.....To me it's bitter sweet!"
I guess to me it's easier because she can walk, semi feed herself, drink out of a cup, tv will keep her attention a little longer, say some words (she loves the word NO, that's because mommy uses it A LOT!), points at what she wants and many more things. So, i'm really not sad about her turning one I look at as a hurtle has been jumped! It's a huge step in being a mommy.
Now on the other hand, the party is whats difficult. Who to invite without making it a huge ordeal but not keeping it to low key, what theme to use, what to eat, the cake (do we have to do icecream???), where to have it without worrying about things getting messed up and try to figure out a time so she want be cranky. I'm telling you it's a lot to think about!...or should I say STRESS about!
First off invitations. I went to walmart and just had some printed with her picture on them. They turned out pretty cute.These pics might be a little blurry because my camera doesn't take the best pics! Sorry!
I decided just to go with the first birthday theme. I really wanted to do something like princess but then I started thinking what will I do when she gets older? (I was thinking way to far into it!)
I went to the ritz camera store and you can print pictures there and I made this cool little sign.
This is my most favorite part about her party is........her outfit! I love it!


Just keep Kennedy in your prayers. She has came down with a terrible cold and want her to be well for her party! Thanks!

17 comments:

Kerri said...

I love the fact that you just got all the stuff together...

She will be SSOO Cute in that outfit!! That would be my favorite part too!!

I hope she feels better for the party. We will keep her in our prayers! Brock has been really sick too!

TheVanzants said...

Before I know it Reese will be turning one! It is exciting, Abbi, def. a turning point in mommyhood :) I hope the party turns out great and ya'll have a great time!

Happy Birthday Kennedy, hope your day is special!!

Anonymous said...

What an adorable outfit!! I want to wish the lil' girl a happy birthday, and wish the mommie and daddie a stress free and enjoyable day! Enjoy and take plenty of pics:)

Amanda-The Family News! said...

I am in the planning stages of Lauren's first party too!!!! I love it!! Yes you are right - go easy on the theme for the first party. I went all out more for my son's second....Lauren's will be pretty basic but we will make up for it at her 2nd...then hopefully i can top each year after that!!!!

AmyT said...

I love the inviation - we got it in the mail yesterday - can't wait to see you!! This is such a exciting time!!!!!! I love u

Jaime said...

First... love her outfit!!!! I can't believe she's one already!!! Does time really go that fast? Hope Sat turns out great and that Kennedy feels better before then.

Happy 1st Birthday Kennedy!!!

KLC said...

So fun! Happy birthday to your little princess! That invitation is fabulous!

Lori said...

Happy Birthday to your baby girl, enjoy the special day! Her outfit is adorable!

Kim said...

I think you did Great to be planning her 1st birthday party! What a wonderful day she will have! It's amazing how they grow up so fast! She is in my prayers. Hope everything turns out the way you planned! God Bless

Happy Birthday little Princess! :)

Unknown said...

Aw how exciting!!! That invitation is precious!

Candice said...

I always do things at the last minute as well. Kennedy is obviously going to have a great first birthday! And she's going to look adorable too! I love that little outfit.

I really like how you did her picture on the invitation...what a fun idea.

I'll definitely say a prayer for her to feel better and for everything to go smoothly! And from an outside perspective...try not to stress. Kennedy will love her party even if things don't go perfectly, and she's the only one that matters anyway!

Mandy Rose said...

1st birthday parties are VERY stressful, but soo much fun! I'm with you, I like this age much more than newborn. It's a whole lot easier! :)

Kennedy's birthday outfit is absolutely adorable! I love it love it! Too bad we don't live closer...I could hook her up with the P man!

Hollie said...

everything will be perfect! relax and enjoy it! the hard part is over, now just look forward to that cake you were telling me about. I know I am!

we are so excited for Ki Ki!

Aspiemom said...

I love that birthday outfit!

Don't stress so much over the party that you don't enjoy it!

Happy Birthday, Kennedy!

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MiMi said...

What a special day for such a special little princess! Her outfit is adorable! Take plenty of pictures and treasure these moments as they go by so fast.

Happy, Happy Birthday, Kennedy!

Bridget said...

She is adorable! Your right she's a lot like my chunky monkeys! love it! I hope she is feeling better:(