First Birthday "Smash Cake"

For my son's 1st birthday, I thought it would be a cute idea to give him a "smash cake" of his very own. So, I made a small cake from the box, with a big "#1" candle in the middle of it. Then, we let the little guy go at it while we sang "Happy Birthday". At first, he seemed a bit stunned and confused that we were actually letting him make a mess! But then he went for it, and took apart the cake slowly but surely as everyone watched and laughed. 

It was hilarious, and a great little thing you can do at your young child's birthday too...let's just hope they don't get used the idea of smashing their food all the time!!

photo source: http://adhdbrighton.org.uk/2012/05/18/our-first-birthday/