Andrea's Haven

Zaira's First Birthday

I couldn't have asked for a more perfect day to celebrate our daughter's birthday.  Zaira turned one yesterday.   We hosted a gathering at the church park under the giant gazebo.  The weather was absolutely beautiful!  There were clear blue skies, with a cool crisp breeze blowing.  The trees with their mulit-colored gold, red, yellow, and bronze leaves bowed and swayed as they tossed their leaves about. 

It was a busy weekend for all so we had a modest turn out of 20 from the 60 people (includes children and infants) that we had invited.  That was fine ~ all who came had a wonderful time.   We brought the grill and had hotdogs, hamburgers, with all the 'fixins'.   We started at 4 and wrapped the festivities up at 8:30.    Zaira was in great spirits and didn't have a single grumpy moment.

At one point I slipped of with her to breastfeed.  I found a secluded park beach where I could admire the sunset and watch the wind play with the trees.   I couldn't help reflect just how blessed I am.   Of all the generations who have come before me and of all the generations who currently are ~ how is it that I should be so blessed.  I have a wonderful husband and three beautiful healthy children.  We aren't rich by any means but we don't go without the important things: food, clothing, and a decent roof over our heads.