image source: Picture Book
You may remember, a few months back, when Chase had his first play date with his buddy LT. LT is the son of Derek's good friend and law school buddy, Lester, and I adore his wife as well. Bebe and I were pregnant at the same time and LT is about a week and a half older than Chase. So hanging out with the Taylors is always a good time – as we have lots in common! The boys had fun together at their first play date, and I got lots of cute video footage as well.
LT celebrated his first birthday last Saturday and we made it to the festivities even in the blizzard! It was important to us to share this very special, milestone birthday with our friends. So we bundled up in our warmest winter wear and headed out. There were many guests at the party, family and friends. The food was soo delish (my mouth is watering thinking about this shrimp/pasta with pesto dish that Bebe prepared) and the drinks were flowing! 
Derek and I had a nice time, chatting and mingling with the other folks while Chase got acquainted with other little party guests! But I think Chase had the most fun of all!
LT staring at Chase in confusion after the birthday song was sung.
This is Chase and I with Chandler, who is the adorable 5-year-old son of another one of Derek's long-time friends
Chase fascinated by the blue balloon next to him – he's had a "thing" for balloons since he was born.
Relaxing for a bit with Daddy after playing on the mat with the other kids
Chase dancing to the Christmas tunes playing in the background
"I had fun today Mommy! I hope we come back soon!"
So cute! I’m amazed you were able to take TWO pictures of him with the party hat on. Mine never kept them one.
so cute. I love firsts of any kind, it always makes me tear up. I love the hats.
Look at him! Such a little cutie!
Glad he had fun at his first birthday party (the first of MANY! 
He looks like a serious party animal.
He is too cute! Looks like everyone had a great time. You have a beautiful family.
lmao!!! chase sure is rocking a mouth full of teef!!
he makes the CUTEST baby expressions, lol. and he and shabazz really do resemble in some shots, it’s crazy. i guess since shabazz clearly has a lot of my genes that are expressed and chase is ur mini-me, that this makes sense.
That Chase is one cutie pie
I love the “dancing” photos!! He is so advanced 
I love kids parties. It gives the moms time to relax and talk while the kids are occupied playing games. I’m so glad Chase had fun!
I see teeth!! OMG!! That boy is almost 1!!! I am amazed!! And you look GREAT, Yaki!