Adrian’s 1st birthday

Adrian turned one a few days ago, so his family and friends gathered yesterday to celebrate.  Though he was a little quiet when I first arrived, Adrian was full of life and energy as the party really got started!  Everyone seemed to enjoy themselves, eating, chatting, and playing.  There was no shortage of laughter or smiles that afternoon, which is exactly how a birthday party should be!  Adrian wasn’t terribly crazy about his cake, and immediately smeared it on his highchair and clothes instead of eating it!  It was pretty funny.  Seeing how 1 year olds handle their smash cake always amuses me.  I’m pretty sure I’ve seen just about every reaction– from thrilled and digging in to sobbing.

You may recognize this sweet face– it’s Adrian’s “girlfriend,” Lissie, whose birthday I photographed not too long ago.