It was a beautiful September day, just as beautiful, in fact, as it was on our opening 1 year ago.

Party guests gathered on the patio to celebrate.

Manager Cecile Bagrow with guest Kim Horton.

Guest Jen Robertson & children Kyle & Emily join Dee Jennings and Charlotte Fair in wishing Fisher House a happy birthday.

Our beautiful birthday cake, from Mike's Amazing Cakes.

Whimsical cakes are a delight to look at and a joy to eat, but you really need some experienced Pink Ladies to slice it right.

Brandon & Rhett from Ben & Jerry's scooped the ice cream.

Nikki Wasierski & Jodi Land from the Fort Lewis Fisher House joined the fun.

Guest Dee Jennings loves rock & roll!

Assistant Manager Lorraine Thomas gives Emily a "smoochie".

Guest Charlotte Fair offers up a song with an assist from Manager Bagrow.

Girls just wanna have fun.

A big "thank you" to all those who attended our party and an even bigger "thank you"  to the colleagues, volunteers and community partners whose support  has made our first year of service to our military and Veteran families so rewarding.