Tank's 1st Year

Why do they have to grow so fast?  It seems that the second time around things go much faster.  I decided to take a picture journey with Tank and it's crazy how he has grown into a walking, talking, mind of his own toddler.  I get baby fever just looking at these.  I never imagined how much life changes when children enter our lives and I wouldn't have it any other way.

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So, to all the Mommies that miss the sleepless nights and newborn cries... my heart goes out to you.  I truly am one those crazy ones.  

Hello Disney!

Are you ready for picture overload?  We had such a great time on our first family get away.  Out of the four of us Tank behaved the best, for sure!  We have visited Disney World many times but this was the first time we've visited with kids.  Even though it definitely was a different experience, it felt even more special because the look on their faces was priceless.

Day 1 - Magic Kingdom

Here we go!

The toddler mobile was a life saver.  

Can you feel the excitement yet?

Our 1st Disney Family Portrait.

Tank laid back and enjoyed the show.

The "Move It, Shake It Parade" had great interaction.  

Someone enjoyed the Teacup ride x 2.

Tink kept switching ice cream cones with Daddy.  I guess they both tasted so good she couldn't make up her mind.  

This face of excitement melted my heart.

And so did this one.

Tink never knocks out before Tank and especially doesn't sleep through noises.  Until this day.

Day 2 - Hollywood Studios

Tank was not impressed by Stitch but was rather concerned. 

Tired and making silly faces.

Tink eating her popcorn, it's one of her major food groups at the moment.

It was a short and sweet trip that we wish lasted just a bit longer.  By far Magic Kingdom was best for kids their age.  There is so much do, we could of definitely gone back on Day 2 because you can never do it all in one day.  Disney truly is the most magical place in the world and they always make you feel that way.

Tank is One!!!

The thing I hear the most,  "Enjoy your kids.  They grow up so fast."  As much as I don't want them to, it really is happening that way.  With our every day hustle and bustle, I find myself at times having a moment of reflection just soak up just how big they are getting.  So it's official, I now have two toddlers and call me crazy but I would go for a third.

I had lots of fun putting things together for Tank's birthday but my time had to be a little more calculated to get things done.  Our goal was not to go crazy and over spend, so I tried to be a little resourceful and use what I had on hand.  So here is what came together.

Goodie bags were made out of plain brown paper bags.  Just dressed them up with a little neck tie which was perfect for the occasion. 

I know I wanted to repurpose some of Tank's baby food jars.  So I searched Pinterest for the perfect "Cake in a Mug" recipe that would fit nicely inside.  I used a cupcake liner and hemp string to top it off. 

Chocolate lollipops in the shape of mustaches served as good decorations and favors.

My local supermarket wouldn't free hand the mustache so I decide to do it myself with a little frosting that I found in the baking aisle.

Blue frosted cupcakes sat in those liners (forgot to take a picture). 

We covered the artwork in the dining room with plain brown paper. 

You can't go wrong with good ol' crepe paper streamers.

A dollar store tablecloth goes a long way when you change it up just a tad.  Lined the brown paper with some mustache tape and a nifty little table runner was born.  

Tank and Daddy

Tank and Titi, at this point he didn't know why there were so many people in the house. 

Tio & Daddy

Releasing some energy is great for the kids AND the parents.

Someone was not very happy that he needed to shave. 

Sister pulled off the facial hair very well.

So did little friend.

Tank did not like the cake in the beginning at all...

... until our friend told us to put yogurt on it.  He will eat yogurt on anything!

And he did!

It was a small gathering with our friends who have all become like family to us.  I was happy to see everyone had a great time. Thank you Papa Dios for such a great day!