Happy Birthday, Morgan Francis!

Morgan's first birthday fell on a Saturday, which was perfect for his party! His cousin Gracie had her dance recital in the morning, so my parents, grandparents, cousin and uncle were already in town. My sister, Amy, and her family, a few of Trevor's siblings, his Mom, and the Stichnoths (Morgan's second family/the family I work for) were able to join us, as well. What a  great group to celebrate with! We would have loved  for everyone in our families and our friends to join us, but our house just isn't big enough. Next year's party might have to be at a park!

Most of the picture credit goes to my sister. She has a great eye and great timing! Thanks for being the party photographer, Amy! :)  (And I can't even tell you how many times I have been to her house between the party and now, but finally just remembered to get the pictures from her last week! Sheesh.)

Morgan's birthday breakfast:

Celebrating with birthday yogurt. :)

What are my weird parents doing to my breakfast?!

 Party time!

The cake and the invitation

Morgan's very own cake
(Don't worry, he didn't eat it all!)

Birthday boy and Daddy

Mommy and the birthday boy

Hanging out with Great-grandma Dorie and Grandma Bonnie

Opening gifts

Morgan had a lot of help opening his gifts!
(Jack, Hope, Audrey and Gracie)

Like father, like son.
He loves his motorcycle!

Morgan's new fire truck was a hit with the girls

Our happy one-year-old boy!

Mom, why is everyone singing and looking at me?

Oh, what is that?!

                     

 Time for hugs, the party boy needs to go to bed!

Gracie and Morgan

Morgan and Jack love to hug each other. Poor John got in on the hug, too!

Sitting with Pa Keith

Snuggles for Grandma Dorie

Grandad, Grandma and Morgan

The party crew
Front Row: John holding Jack, Anne holding Hope, Grandma Kaye holding Gracie, Amy, Me with squirmy worm Morgan, Grandad
Back Row: Uncle Todd, Pa Keith, Shelby, Audrey, Grandma Bonnie, Grandma Dorie, Trevor, Bill, Great Uncle Mitch

Thanks to everyone who helped make this big day so special. Whether you were at the party or just send Happy Birthday wishes, the love shown to Morgan was astounding.  Trevor and I are very blessed and lucky to be this little boy's parents. :)