We had a wonderful day celebrating our sweet Dakota as we were lucky enough to have all of the grandparents in town. This "Plain Jane" of a mommy enjoyed keeping things simple. The day started out as normal allowing Dakota to take her morning nap. Then around lunch time we went to "Whit's End" at Focus on the Family where Dakota was able to play in the toddler room. We then went home and Dakota took her afternoon nap. Before supper that night, Dakota got to unwrap her gifts. She sure is a spoiled girl. She loved all of her gifts, and we had to take some of the toys away so that she would be interested in opening more. Next we had a feast of Alaskan Salmon which Dakota loved as well. Lastly, Dakota was given her very own cupcake to devour. It took her a little bit to get started but soon she gobbled up the entire cupcake. The rest of us sampled an assortment of cupcake flavors. I know that Dakota won't remember her first birthday, but I know that she felt very special and loved the entire week of her birthday. We are excited to see what this next year will bring.
