When my daughter turned 1, it was a strange day. In many ways, she was still a baby. Yet in many ways, she was becoming a little girl. While she was entertained by the spectacle of the birthday cake (decorated with Care Bear toys) and she clapped when we sang to her. The first birthday party is far for you, the parents rather than your child. After all, your baby enjoys new sights, sounds and experiences every day. But they are hardly marking time. In fact, when Cassidy received her first presents, she walked around with the pretty wrapped boxes … Continue reading →