“It’s here, it’s here!! They’re finally celebrating my birthday!” And celebrate we did with this awesome pirate cake made by Miss Colleen (who has serious cake decorating skills). Colleen offered to make his cake, but worried that she might offend me. Evidently, lots of moms insist on making birthday cakes for their own children. I assured her that this was not the case for me. Maybe a few kids ago a few years ago, but now I’m more likely jump on an offer of help like a dog on a pot roast.
Shepherd couldn’t resist sneaking a taste of the frosting
And, obviously, it passed muster!
“Let’s get this party started!”
The buccaneer crew sings a round of Happy Birthday with a few “funky chickens” thrown in
Wondering how that candle got blown out, since Shepherd had no idea how to blow out his candle. Guess we should have practiced that beforehand.
Making his best pirate face. Pirates do eat birthday cake, don’t they?
Ahoy, matey!
Forget posing for pirate-y pictures, bring on the cake!
Sophie, not making her best pirate face. Just laughing about making a pirate face and how silly that would be. And oblivious to the piece of chocolate cake embedded between her front two teeth.
Required mommy and Shepherd- on- his- birthday shot. Mom trying her best to avoid looking pirate-y.
Blowing off the pirate theme and going gangsta’ instead. How can Miss Colleen make a cake like that and be so darn cool at the same time? It boggles the mind. “Can I get a WHAT WHAT?”
Present time… Shepherd’s first opportunity at presents just for him!
The first thing I thought when I saw that cake is HOW DOES THIS WOMAN FIND THE TIME??? That cake was fantastic and Colleen was a real sweetie to make it. Shepherd looks like he’s beaming from all the excitement and his sibs look like they’re enjoying every minute of it.
YOU look like a teenager in that photo of the two of you.
What wonderful pictures. And I am like you…I would love someone to offer to make a birthday cake for one of my kids! I love the picture of the 2 of you and also the one of Shep and the little girl with all of the chocolate cake all over her face. All the stuff that priceless memories are made of~
Happy Birthday Shepherd! Love the cake, love the party, love that little Shepherd! Is Miss Colleen available for cakes in Atlanta?! Here’s to a great third year for Shepherd, with lots of laughs, love and first steps. Anne ps we have the same beautiful blue and white bowls. π
Stefanie ~ Sometimes, when I see pictures of you, I have to do a double-take after reading the caption. Because I don’t think it is you at first…. I think it’s a teen. And I’m not just saying that.
These are great pics of the gang, Stef! Love it! The pirate cake rocks. You tell Colleen I said that. π Happy birthday to the squeezeably cute Shepherd!!!!
How fun! I remember Josiah’s first birthday with us, also his 2nd, but he had only been home 2 months and had NO clue what all the fuss was about! We just had his 3rd birthday part (pics coming soon) and he was so psyched for it…he had watched everyone else have parites all year and he was READY! SO precious!
Love the cake!!!! it sure is great to see another wonderful child celebrate their birthday with their forever family. and I too agree with the rest..girl, you look way too young to have kids, let alone as many as you do! Whatever you're doing, keep doing it!!!!And if you decide to sell your secret, put me on the list to buy it!!!! Doreen in Montreal single Mom to Faith-Jiangxi & Mia-Sichuan
Happy Birthday Shepherd!! What a doll … truly. Your whole family is just so adorable — you should have your own TV show!! I’d tune in weekly … heck, I’d save a lot of time ’cause I tune in daily now:).
That is the cutest gang of pirates evah!!!! Shepherd’s smile just makes me smile BIG!! Glad everyone had a great time! And yes, I agree, you definitely look like a teen in that photo! TRUE DAT!
That is the cutest bunch of pirates ever!! I can’t believe how much Shepherd has changed since coming home just a few short months ago. Happy Birthday little guy!!
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The party looks like so much fun and little Shepherd just looks so happy. What a joy!! Sounds like you get to hang out with Miss Lisa for Thanksgiving. Oooo, that sounds like a GREAT time!!!
BTW, can I get your new address via email for the annual Christmas card delivery???
Have a great day! Thanks for keeping it real and keeping me inspired. Oh yeah, one more thing, SERIOUSLY,…you look gorgeous!!! in those pics. What a hottie your husband’s got in you (bra straps and granny panties and ALL)
The first thing I thought when I saw that cake is HOW DOES THIS WOMAN FIND THE TIME??? That cake was fantastic and Colleen was a real sweetie to make it. Shepherd looks like he’s beaming from all the excitement and his sibs look like they’re enjoying every minute of it.
YOU look like a teenager in that photo of the two of you.
How blessed you all are to have one another.
Thanks for the great photos!
Dita
Looks like a FUN party!! Happy Birthday Shepherd!
What wonderful pictures. And I am like you…I would love someone to offer to make a birthday cake for one of my kids! I love the picture of the 2 of you and also the one of Shep and the little girl with all of the chocolate cake all over her face. All the stuff that priceless memories are made of~
looks like every one had an awesome time. Love the cake, what a gift to have someone so talented help out!
Oh, Shepard is too darn cute! What a fun party!
Looks like all the little pirates had a great time!!! We are celebrating a birthday over at our house too!!!
Blessings,
Robin
Happy Birthday Shepherd!!!! What a special cake for his first birthday at home:-). He’s so darn cute!
Happy Birthday, sweet boy!! The cake looked as delicious as the kiddos looked adorable.
Hugs,
Ohilda
Happy Birthday Shepherd!
Love the cake, love the party, love that little Shepherd!
Is Miss Colleen available for cakes
in Atlanta?!
Here’s to a great third year for Shepherd, with lots of laughs, love and first steps.
Anne
ps we have the same beautiful blue and white bowls. π
Happy Birthday Shephard!!
Cutest group of pirates ever!
Stefanie ~ Sometimes, when I see pictures of you, I have to do a double-take after reading the caption. Because I don’t think it is you at first…. I think it’s a teen. And I’m not just saying that.
These are great pics of the gang, Stef! Love it! The pirate cake rocks. You tell Colleen I said that. π Happy birthday to the squeezeably cute Shepherd!!!!
xoxo
Good job on the cake, Colleen! And Stef…you DO look like a Teen. π Very pretty. Happy birthday, Mr. Shepherd! Chachacha!!!
OhMyWord!!! The two photos of Shepherd tasting the frosting from his cake are precious (and I don’t just toss that word around lightly).
He is such a darling little boy. Happy 2nd Birthday, Shepherd. You are much loved.
Happy Birthday! It looked like a very good one π
How fun! I remember Josiah’s first birthday with us, also his 2nd, but he had only been home 2 months and had NO clue what all the fuss was about! We just had his 3rd birthday part (pics coming soon) and he was so psyched for it…he had watched everyone else have parites all year and he was READY! SO precious!
that is one of the coolest cakes ever
Love the cake!!!!
it sure is great to see another wonderful child celebrate their birthday with their forever family.
and I too agree with the rest..girl, you look way too young to have kids, let alone as many as you do! Whatever you're doing, keep doing it!!!!And if you decide to sell your secret, put me on the list to buy it!!!!
Doreen in Montreal single Mom to Faith-Jiangxi & Mia-Sichuan
Happy Birthday Shepherd!! What a doll … truly. Your whole family is just so adorable — you should have your own TV show!! I’d tune in weekly … heck, I’d save a lot of time ’cause I tune in daily now:).
Love the pirate patches!
That is the cutest gang of pirates evah!!!! Shepherd’s smile just makes me smile BIG!! Glad everyone had a great time! And yes, I agree, you definitely look like a teen in that photo! TRUE DAT!
That is the cutest bunch of pirates ever!! I can’t believe how much Shepherd has changed since coming home just a few short months ago. Happy Birthday little guy!!
Happy Birthday! What a wonderful cake.
I love Shepherd’s expressions! I can tell he’s such a happy little guy. Happy Birthday,Shepherd!!
Happy Birthday Shepherd!! Cute cake…looks yummy. π
WHat a wonderful pirate cake!! And his smile is just TOO cute!
What a work of art! Wow!
I would jump at that offer as well. (I fall into the category of moms who do not make their kids’ birthday cakes either…) Happy blue teeth to you all!
Happy Birthday you sweet little Matey!!
π
Amie
That cake was SOOO stinkin cute!! And Happy Birthday, sweet Shepherd! How could he have not always been with your family?? π
He is so yummy!!!! What a fun party he had!
You look so beautiful (AND YOUNG) in your photo with the guest of honor!!!!
I had to give you a blog award….! Check it out…
Blessings,
Diana
Such great pics! Too much fun!
Sheri (Leilah Di’s Mommy)
http://journeytoleilahgrace.blogspot.com
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The party looks like so much fun and little Shepherd just looks so happy. What a joy!! Sounds like you get to hang out with Miss Lisa for Thanksgiving. Oooo, that sounds like a GREAT time!!!
BTW, can I get your new address via email for the annual Christmas card delivery???
bsbnlou@cableone.net
Have a great day! Thanks for keeping it real and keeping me inspired. Oh yeah, one more thing, SERIOUSLY,…you look gorgeous!!! in those pics. What a hottie your husband’s got in you (bra straps and granny panties and ALL)
Just look at the expression on his face =). That cake is awesome.
Happy Birthday, Shepherd!
Awesome party! And I agree..you look about 17. That is so not fair.
Kay
I am sooo behind on blogs!
Happy Birthday, Shepherd π
i have missed so many posts!! happy birthday to your little man!! gosh stef he’s growing up so fast- adorable photos and i am loving that cake!!
How adorable!!! Happy Birthday Shepherd!!!!
Kim