I LOVE CELEBRATIONS.  Especially Birthdays!  Some people might think that I go over the top or might overdo it, but it’s ok- I’d rather do “too much” to celebrate someone’s life than to do “too little” ^_^.  Richie’s parent’s have been our friends for 5 years now- we first met through young adult bible study.  His mother and I were pregnant at the same time, and bonded since we were going through the same season of life.  I was so excited to see Richie for his birthday that we drove 2 hours to go to his party at the park.  Happy 1st Birthday Baby Richie!