We waited until this month to have a party (with friends) for Holden's 2nd Birthday. The thought was that hopefully we'd be through with cold and flu season. 
Turns out that Holden and I were the ones sick! But we didn't let that stop us from enjoying the day. I just hope we didn't get all our guests sick!All week, the weather forecast predicted rain starting at 3pm that afternoon - the same time as the party was to start. I was bummed since we had outdoor activities planned. It did rain lightly earlier that afternoon, but by 3pm, the sun was shining and other than being a little cool, it turned out to be a great day.
I know I've said this many times, but "What a difference a year makes!" It was so awesome to watch Holden having fun - free of an oxygen tank and nasal cannula. He understood that the party was for him and he liked being the center of attention. He is turning out to be quite the social little guy.
We rented a CARS jumper for the kids. Holden loved bouncing around and even convinced Mommy, Grandpa and Aunt JoJo to climb inside with him.My favorite memory of the day was when we sang Happy Birthday to Monkey and at the end, he threw his arms up in the air in delight and squealed "yeah" and then clapped along with the group. Priceless!!
