Today is Clare's 1st birthday!

Luckily we took some "practice" pictures earlier in the afternoon, when Clare was in a good mood.




Um, Mommy? This "hat" is ridiculous.


Cheering for Grandpa and Grandma.


Opening presents!


Xander was a big help.


Xander's wearing a cute outfit sent by his great-aunt Marilyn in Iowa.


Clare loved all her gifts -- including this baby doll from Grandma Mary.


Cute hat from Grandpa Charlie and Grandma Liz.


This was the only cake-eating shot that didn't show Clare crying.

See?

Xander eating one of the cookies our neighbors brought over during the party.




Wow -- a family portrait with all of us looking at the camera!




Playing with her toys before bedtime.