Liz and Harold Feurstein of Beijing brought a special birthday surprise for Vanessa's first birthday! As her sponsors, they wanted to make her birthday extra-special, so they brought a beautiful (and yummy!) cake all the way down from Beijing for Vanessa's special day. The cake was thoroughly enjoyed by children and staff alike, and we think Vanessa had fun being the center of attention for the morning.

Cheryl waits with anticipation.
Is this party for me?
Queen Vanessa
Vanessa checks out the cake.
Liz helps light the candles.
Harold and Liz help Vanessa cut the cake.
First birthdays are especially fun when you have a beautiful cake and a golden crown!
Yum! Can I have a birthday next week, too?
Zoe digs in.
Stacey
Satisfied Jeremy
Ben's figured out that if the plate's closer to his mouth, he can eat more cake more quickly!
Cheryl liked the party, and she had a chocolate-brown frosting mustache to show it!
"Should I eat it or just smear it around my face?" wonders Luke.
Julia stares in wonder at the elaborate decorations.
Mmmm... it's good!
Emily is getting into the hang of the preschool birthday parties!