Anchors Away: The First Year "Sails" on By!

Full speed ahead matey!

We're moving in knots today!
Side Note: Knots are super fast...nautical fast...too much math kind of fast!

Life with baby is fast moving I tell ya!

I know my dear friend Jessie would agree with me, as we celebrated her son Porter's first birthday!

Vanilla Cake with Strawberry Buttercream Filling
and Vanilla Buttercream Icing

Nautical Theme!
Don't ask me how long it took me to smooth out that buttercream...

How cute is this birthday theme? I LOVE IT, it's adorable!

That cute face and invitation were my inspiration for design!

Here's a shot of the entire cake :0). Two tiers of birthday happiness!

Complete with a paper-crafted sailboat topper! (Jessie's Idea! - GENIUS!)

I met Jessie and Porter at a mommy's group and knew instantly that she was a beautiful and special person! I remember feeling so comfortable around her, like we'd been friends for years. 

Sometimes, when you (meaning I, Kina) meet new people I am either:

1. quiet and awkward or
2. blubbery (which is one way to execute awkwardness) and awkward. 

The common theme here is the awkward. 

But not with Jessie. 

Look at them!!! Aren't they stunning?!
Her husband is also, far and away, one of the nicest men I have ever met!

She has a loving soul and bright smile that make you feel so welcome. Plus, we share the love of laughter :0)! That's probably why her son is such a smiley, happy boy! 

I was so excited when she asked me to make themed cake for Porter's birthday! Lucky for me, she requested a paper boat topper and a cute little Ahoy flag (because a paper boat = fun, and a modeling chocolate boat = harder) ...and the rest was up to me!

I LOVE PAPER CRAFTS!!

 Since I'm all about the "meaning" behind cakes, I thought this sailboat was a perfect image to signify the passing of time - cause DANG, it goes by way too fast.

Let's go sailing!

I liked having Porter's name above the waving ocean waters because he is a fighter, and overcame so much to stay with us in this world. If you ever get a chance to ask Jessie about his birth story, it is incredible! What a strong family! 

Survivor!!!

A life preserver was a must. We can all use a little saving in life now and again! 

And of course stars, because who doesn't like stars?!

And a smash cake...!!!

Porter vs. Cake

 And voila! A wonderful cake for a wonderful boy and his awesome family!

Dear Jessie and Porter,

Torrey and I are so blessed that you've come into our lives. Thank you for being such genuine people, it seems so rare these days that people are willing to be themselves. I love every bit of you! Jessie, I truly believe you have an inner beauty that is unmatched. Your desire to be a good wife, mother, and all around good person comes from a place of sincerity and I admire that about you! Thank you for opening up and letting Torrey and I into your world, we love you and Porter so very much. How exciting that we get to watch our boys grow up together!

Love you!

Love You All! Take Care and God Bless!