Happy Birthday to YOU! Happy Birthday to Emilia!

Our little girl turned 1 and it was such a memorable birthday celebration! It's amazing how quickly time flies.  We say this to ourselves about a lot of things but this time, it really hit hard. 

Emilia Feliciana Allen, born November 19, 2010 at 11:05 am 

it's a feeling that is unique only to mothers- tears of joy, relief, and unexplained emotions

We're the proud parents of baby girl #2~

And a year later...this beautiful precious 8 pound baby is now a curious and inquisitive 22 pound toddler!

 This year for her birthday Nick and I wanted to keep it simple and special.  It was us, grandparents, her Aunti Kalani, Uncle Ryan and her cousins Katie and Arianna.  The day was filled with yummy food, lots of laughs and the best part...the jump house!

I took a homemade approach for the decorations this year...loved the outcome!

Emilia and her Papa!

She really loved the jumper!

Sofia and her Uncle Ryan

cupcakes

She could not wait to open her gifts! Thanks everyone for the thoughtful gifts

Sofie was the official helper

Emilia and her Auntie Lani

All ready for the Polar Express

Emilia's 1st cupcake...and not a big fan.  It's okay, she loves her fruits and veggies!

The 1st year photo wall.

The party was a hit! Thanks to all of you that made the party and to those that were there in spirit.  It means alot to us to have support of our family and friends. 

It's amazing to think that Christmas is coming up and then it's Sofia's 4th birthday! My girls are growing up too fast!