The girls' golden birthday

So, some of you may not be aware of the practice of the golden birthday. All it means is you're turning the same age as the day you were born. This one birthday celebration should be a little bit more special than the former or future festivities. Since i believe this to be a charming practice, I wanted to start the tradition in our little family with the girls. Only problem is that my girls were born on the 1st... which means my first attempt at a birthday party as a mother of twins-- had to be golden.

In hind sight, this was ridiculous and put unnecessary pressure on myself. The girls will not remember their first birthday--even though it was exceedingly adorable. The first birthday is more a celebration of survival for some people, like publicly proclaiming, "Look! I didn't harm my child in my bumbling attempts to parent for the first time." But for me, it was an expression of love. I was so proud to be a momma to these girls who not only survived, we had thrived together for a full 12 months! I hope that though they may not remember all the effort I put in, the food I prepared, or the decorations I made that the foundation as a family we created and the resounding sense of love and affection I poured into the party will leave an afterglow that shines around the coming simpler cakes we gather around from here on out.

So here are a few pics from our party!

It was a great party where nothing was perfect, but everything was fine. I hope you enjoy looking at the pics. :)