Gorgeous birthday cake

 

Last Saturday was our friends’ daughter Aubrianna’s first birthday party! The three of us were happy to go celebrate the special occasion with them, and they hosted a lovely party for sweet Aubri. Here are some photos from the party!

 

Mio at Aubrianna's birthday party
Mio reaching for a balloon at Aubrianna’s birthday party.

 

The spread at the party was amazing — so much good food! We all stuffed ourselves.

Mussels!
Yewon made mussels with garlic — heaven for a seafood lover like me!

 

Marinara mussels
Mussels with marinara sauce, cheese, and hot sauce.

 

Chinese chicken!
Chinese chicken!

 

California rolls
California rolls made by Shin Nan.

 

She was constantly eating!
Everyone was impressed (or rather, aghast?) at how much Mio was constantly eating… lol.

 

In the Korean tradition of Doljanchi, there were items placed in front of Aubrianna for her to choose something that represents her future calling. (Very similar to the Japanese tradition of Erabitori, which we prepared for Mio’s first birthday.) Everyone watched with anticipation to see what little Aubri would choose!

What will she choose?

 

She was intimidated by everyone watching her.
Aubri was intimidated by everyone watching her, and burst into tears.

 

The PlayDoh!
After getting comforted by Mommy, she chose… the PlayDoh!

 

She then chose the toothbrush!
…and then the toothbrush! Future dentist, perhaps?

 

The beautiful cake again
Celebrating with one of the prettiest birthday cakes I’ve ever seen! Yewon’s friend is a professional cake decorator and made this gorgeous cake for Aubri.

 

The birthday girl and her mama
The adorable birthday girl and her lovely mama!

 

Daddy's girl.
Daddy’s girl sitting in Dan’s lap.

 

Mio had a great time playing with the other kids at the party, and especially enjoyed indulging in all the delicious food offerings! Happy first birthday Aubri!