(( Good morning birthday boy! Here's Raffi and I, still in our pajamas, opening his first gifts ))
(( Here's Raffi eating his favorite breakfast, his Dad's oatmeal pancakes with butter and maple syrup ))
(( Let the party begin! ))
Yesterday we celebrated Rafael's second birthday. We kept everything very simple, just snacks, cake, and balloons, and it was wonderful. Raffi had so much fun with his friends and family. In fact, this morning, when I asked how he had enjoyed his birthday party, he answered, "More birthday!"
I made a delicious chocolate cake with chocolate frosting, and also a little smash cake just for Rafael, like I did last year.
These photos don't really show the whirlwind of fun and play that was going on, but only because Ramon and I were so busy hosting and keeping Rafael in check that it was hard to take photographs.
So, this is the end of another amazing year getting to know and love my son even more. And the beginning of another! I feel so incredibly fortunate to be Rafael's mother. How did I get so so so so lucky?!
xoxoxo
Awwww, I have tears in my eyes Dawn. What a lovely way to celebrate your boy turning 2. There is something so magical about having a little boy. Their spirit, their play, their curiosity....it's truly beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI love the little simple details (sprinkles on the cake, balloons everywhere) and that picture with all the boys sitting together???? SWOON!!!!
Love to you my friend.
Love to you too Johanna! Thank you for your sweet sweet words, now I have tears in my eyes!
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday to your son! Such fun times! ♥
ReplyDeleteMartha Ellen
It's hard to believe he's having his second birthday. I am so happy for the three of you. He is adorable and Mom and Dad look GREAT!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this sweet event.
FlowerLady
Oh, I remember so well all your beautiful posts when you were pregnant with Raffi!!! Happy 2nd Birthday to him!
ReplyDeleteIf you look at my last post, you will see my boy, although he is a young man now and is in his own band. Would love to see what you think of the music!
Take care, you are looking great these days, by the way. You look so happy! :-)
Happy birthday to that precious Raffi!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Nellie
Happy Birthday Raffi !!!!!
ReplyDeleteHi Dawn is so nice to see Raffi's birthday pictures , I have been following you since you were pregnant of Raffi . I myself hade a baby boy this summer he will be four months on Friday :). thanks for sharing your pictures . (you have a cute haircut ) ... Have a wonderful day.
Mary Chicago il
Happy birthday to Raffi and you all because you celebrate with him!
ReplyDeleteCarla
Happy Birthday to Raphael! So glad he enjoyed his special day.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to sweet, little Raffi! It seems to have been the loveliest of celebrations. May the next year of Raffi's life bring many blessings and much joy to you all.
ReplyDeleteRaquel
P.S. I wanted to wish you well in your pursuit for a sibling for Raffi. My prayers are that God's hand would be on your life. It's a wonderfully exciting time as you play with the idea and as you daydream of what could be.
I have been longing for a new baby in our home as well, but this year has been a tempestuous one, and I think it wise to wait a while yet. Healing has begun in a miraculous way, and I want to avoid major changes in order to promote the continued renewal of our family. I have two boys, ages two and three, so my house is already filled with happy noise and commotion and mess. :) I am lacking nothing, so I will wait.
Happy birthday! I can't believe how older he looks posting by posting! I wish you all the best for your lovely family!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to your sweet, beautiful, 2-year-old Raffi! Your celebration for him looks perfect! ...as does that yummy chocolate cake! May this next year be filled with many special moments, and wonderful family times for the three of you!
ReplyDeletexxxJudy in So. California
He is 2 already!?? Wow, how time has passed. You are such a lovely family. Blessings to you all.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday!!!! And you cut your hair, it's cute!!!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday, Raffi!! You all look wonderful and so happy!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to your little man! He is becoming more, and more adorable as he gets older. I can't believe how fast time flies...I remember you announcing you were pregnant like it was yesterday. Enjoy your little family.
ReplyDeleteLove the cakes! And Raffi looks so proud sitting with all his friends!
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday to Raffi and congratulations on having such a wonderful little boy!
Take care,
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