Thursday, December 3, 2009

Sam Turns ONE, Savannah Style






Chris and I took off work today to celebrate Sam's birthday. We found a hotel that would accept our dog, and drove to Savannah last night. Sam donned his "First Birthday" clothes, and we hit the town. He had plenty of strangers tell Sam happy birthday, and we had one stranger actually sing him the whole song. We did the 'river walk' shops, Broughton Street, and the City Market. It was really pretty, and if we had more time we would have hit up some of the more historic places.

We did eat a BIG birthday late lunch in honor of Sam. We went to Paula Deen's restaurant, Lady and Sons. Sam ate the following: cheese biscuit, pan fried cornbread, green beans, black eyed peas, mashed potatoes with gravy, sweet potato casserole, macaroni and cheese, fried chicken, banana pudding, and butter gooey cake. And let me say, the mac and cheese was disturbingly cheesy, but sooooooooooooo good. We had a hard time walking to the car after that...

We ended the day with a quick trip to Tybee Island to see the Atlantic Ocean. We took some great photos, touched the ocean, played in the sand, and sang Happy Birthday to Sam with the sun starting to set behind us. He won't remember a thing. But we will. And we made some great memories today.

Happy Birthday to my baby boy, who has been through more in one year than most people go through in a lifetime. I am in awe of you, and thank you for everyday you give me in your presence. I love you.

~Kathy

8 comments:

The Woodards said...

So cute! My mom made Paula's macaroni and cheese last year for Thanksgiving. I remember it being a big hit.

Anonymous said...

SO sweet!! You two are GREAT parents!!! Happy Birthday Sam!!!

Melissa said...

Sounds like Sam had a great birthday! Happy Birthday Sam!
Love your heart buddy, Matthew!

Anonymous said...

Sam you are a gift to the Whole Wimberly Family! Your rosy cheeks and smile warm the coldest day! So happy you had a great first birthday!
Pop and Ya-ya

Lauren said...

Happy 1st Birthday Sam!!! Sending you many Blessings and **Heart Hugs**!!!

You are such a handsome Little Man!!! =D

With LOTS of Hope, Love, and Faith,
Lauren (22yr. old w/Tricuspid Atresia aka HRHS)

Blog: www.laurensheart.blogspot.com

kwimberly said...

Happy Birthday Sam!!! Looks like y'all had a great trip, beautiful pictures.

Anonymous said...

Sam will remember his trip to Savannah, because he will have wonderful pictures to see when he gets older. What he will definitely know is that he is a very loved little boy with one great set of parents. And he will know that he has all of his family wrapped tight around his little finger ! : ) We love you Sam. You are most definitely the joy of our lives.
Nana and Pop-Pop

Ali Lionberger said...

Happy Birthday Sam! I've made the gooey cakes before. They're super sweet and yummo!