Saturday, April 19, 2008

The Actual Birthday Party

Sunday's party began with a cookout (for which Grandma cooked much of the yummy food because she's a superb chef!) and opening a few presents.

Our friends and neighbors, Matt and Mindy, joined in the festivities.
The twins weren't very impressed with the birthday hats, or with the #1 birthday candles. :)Grandma cut up the cupcakes for the twins.(Mommy had put them in the refrigerator the night before, so they weren't soft unfortunately.) These were gourmet cupcakes from the Eclectic Chef and a fantastic new place in downtown Charleston: www.freshcupcakes.com.
Gracie and Chance enjoyed cake and ice cream, though this was not their first taste of it. They actually had some of Mommy's birthday cake over the Christmas holidays.

The guests watch the "show" (pictured: Grandma, Aunt JuJu, and Matt).

Gracie truly adored her big stuffed dog, given to her by Matt and Mindy. A week later, she still hugs and kisses it a few times a day.
Chance and Grace with a couple of their gifts. Thank you for coming and for the presents, everyone!! We also celebrated Grandma's birthday at the party (she's opening her present and card). Happy Birthday Grandma, Grace, and Chance!

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