Such a busy weekend.

....and oh so JOYOUS!

Bam turned a whopping 1 year old on Saturday, August 9th.  To be honest, we didn't really want to throw a party this year.  I have been stressed out with balancing work, baby, and personal life, and a party just sounded like a huge hassle.  AT THE LAST MINUTE (and by a huge nudge from close friends...ok more like a throat punch), we decided to put one together, and it was actually rather hilarious how it all went down.  We had it at the Mother's beach in Marina Del Rey.  Stacey, my husband, had to get there around 7 am to reserve our tables.  The moment he got there, however, he was informed by the paddle boarders that the entire beach was covered in sting rays and the water was a breeding ground for bacteria.  Not exactly what  you want to hear when you go claim your space for your daughter's birthday party.  BUT- OK, it was too late though, we were committed, and we were doing this.  We ended up being in the middle of a family reunion equipped with 6 hired masseuses, and a HUGE baby shower party. It was awkward, but we managed to have fun.  I think next year we'll have it at our house for sure.  ;)

Today, SUNDAY, we went to Disneyland.  The most important thing was that I *think* Bam had a great time.  The Pirates of the Caribbean and the Snow White rides scared her, but she fell asleep and stayed knocked out all through Its A Small World.  If you ask me, it was a good day.

xo