It's a Party for Parker!

Parker got his first taste of cake when the family got together to celebrate his birthday.


For the most part, he was just happy to be surrounded by a bunch of people. But when the cake arrived, he had to get serious and figure out what in the world is their weird object in front of me?


However, with a little coaxing from Mom and Dad, the little guy eventually figured it out and found the experience an enjoyable one. (Of course, he was much neater than I expected. So much for a pictures of an icing speared face.)


Then the assault began as Chris had his way with the party blower/horn thing.


Parker wasn't that impressed and, in the end, showed Daddy what he thought of his blower/horn thing.


Jasmine, on the other hand, had a hard time getting her blower to work. However, with a little coaching (stop chewing the end and blow), she got the hang of it.


YIPEE!


With the cake served, the party was over. Luckily, Uncle Gerry was around to help Parker clean up.

I'M SO GLAD WE HAD THIS TIME, TOGETHER...

And, as Parker plays a closing melody, we'd like to thank everyone who braved the weather (a smorgasbord of rain, snow, sleet, hail, and sunshine) and made it out to the ranch. Parker loved visiting with each and everyone of you.