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Clarkie turns ONE!

 As Glo said in jest and with a touch of sarcasm, "Thanks, Mommy, for teaching me how to throw an amazing party." It's not like we could just have a cupcake and call it good.  No, Glo felt the desire to go all out.  And as she told everyone, "Clarkie's birthday is really just an excuse for the family to get together and have a party!"  Well said, Glo. Party or not, I stumbled upon a website a couple of months ago, Hey Jen Brannen, that demonstrated making felt crowns for celebrations (specifically birthdays).  I wondered if it would mean anything to Glo, but I knew it would mean something to me. Back when Glo was in German Kindergarten, he teacher, Rita, made her a paper crown for her October birthday, decorated with different color fall leaves.  The picture of her wearing it has been displayed in our house since I had the film developed (ah, the days of film...).  It seemed fitting to make a crown for Clarkie as well, although I decided to make it a l...