TWO!!

We are a few weeks late but I am still in disbelief that we have a two year old! Although not surprising, Avery decided to hit the terrible two's with full force. Everyone keeps telling me that three is worse and if that is the case, we are in for some serious trouble (and in need of lots of wine).

This year we decided to split up his party instead of having one big one. We were lucky to be able to grab a spot for his party at the farm he loves - Muscoot Farm. Since the party was from 10am - 12pm we decided to do brunch style food. We picked up bagels that morning and brought pastries, fruit and other snacks for the kids. We also brought juices and water and called it a day.

We had tables set up under the trees, access to roam the farm to look at all the animals and a private hayride around the farm. We certainly lucked out with a gorgeous day! It was simple and relaxed and everyone had such a great time.

We decided to have Avery's family party at our house which dually served as his 2nd birthday and a house warming since a lot of our family hasn't been up to see our new house. Avery has been big into baseball this summer so we had a Yankee themed party. Thanks to my awesome mother-in-law for providing the fun table cloths and baseball napkins, my sister for making such a great tie-dyed baseball cake, and for everyone else's help in setting up.

This party took a little more effort since we did more cooking than picking up bagels.  The spread included sausage and peppers, hot dogs, grilled chicken sandwiches, corn pudding, tomato, cucumber and pasta salads and chicken and waffles. Everything was delicious!

The night before his birthday, Keith and I spend some time decorating the living room with balloons of his favorite characters (Lightning McQueen, who he calls Mater, and Buzz Lightyear), streamers, party hats and noise makers. He was in shock when we walked down the stairs repeatedly saying "Wow!" He was so excited to receive his first bike and continually wants to "ride with the big boys." 

Time is passing so quickly... we must be having fun. What a difference a year makes!

Happy birthday Avery Knox! Mommy and daddy love you so much! We are beyond thrilled with the little man your are turning into. So smart and witty, you are always keeping us on our toes. You are the greatest light we could have ever imagined and we admire watching you learn and grow - although I wish I could keep you little forever!