Clara is One!

That smile!

Suddenly, Clara isn't just the little baby anymore. She is an active, happy toddler who tries to keep up with her siblings. I am always amazed at how children change in the first year of their lives and it was fun to see Clara develop her own personality as she moved from infant to one year old. We celebrated Clara's birthday at her house last Sunday evening. (Her birthday was July 16.) Clara wasn't sure what all the fuss was about and was uncertain about blowing out the candle and eventually gave in to frustration and started crying. Of course it was adorable to all of us, but for her it was a little overwhelming.

What's all the fuss about?

She liked the lighted candle but wanted to touch the flame.

After the meal and birthday cake, she enjoyed opening her gifts.

Here is the video of the birthday song and trying to blow out the candle. It is a little challenging when the older siblings are so anxious to "help" her blow the candle out. Like I said, she is a little overwhelmed, but I think it is adorable. She is a sweetheart and we are so thankful for her.