Nolans Birthday Party!

This Saturday we had Nolan's big 2 Year party!
Nathan and Nolan stayed with Mimi and Papa Friday night so I could get everything set up and it would be a little surprise for him. When they walked in Saturday morning he was so surprised by all the balloons and kept saying "whoa" :)
The boys walked around looking at everything saying " Wow, Elmo" His favorite was the goldfish bowl and fish scoop filled with goldfish crackers. Every time we would look that is where we found him just scooping out and eating goldfish. I was sure he would try to get into the cake but I think he had no clue it was a cake until we cut it!
He was so surprised so I couldn't wait until everyone else showed up. It was so much fun. The theme was Sesame Street since he loves Elmo! All of our friends joined in on the fun. We had Pizza (Elmo's Favorite), Jello cups with gummy fish ( like Elmo's pet Dorothy), Cookies, Cake and Ice Cream. We had games like Oscar's trash toss, coloring and a pull string pinata.
There was even a surprise guest ELMO!!!! We were worried Nolan might not care for the real Elmo but he seemed okay with him. He kept pointing and letting everyone know Elmo was there. Elmo was dancing and playing games with all the kids and Nolan didn't really want to join in for that. Once Elmo was outside waiting for the kids to take pictures Nolan warmed up! He had Elmo playing ball, coloring and even blowing party horns with him. He was laughing so hard. I am pretty sure he thinks him and Elmo are besties now.
After fun with Elmo we all gathered around to sing happy birthday. Nolan loved it! He even clapped for everyone when they were done singing. Next was his favorite part, the cake! He ate it up as quick as we got it passed out. He even had seconds on the ice cream. He definitely had a sugar high from all the sweets.
It was such a fun day and it was so cool to see him actually having such a great time. For the rest of the night he kept singing happy birthday to himself. It was hilarious!
I am so sad that he is 2 but it is also so fun now that he knows it is his birthday and loves all the fun that comes with it. We are so lucky to have such great family and friends who make celebrations so much fun!
Happy Birthday sweet baby Nolan !