It's birthday season around here

As soon as we arrived home from our vacation we were faced with 3 birthdays during the first week.  Dianne and Newell flew out for a joint celebration.  We are so happy to share this time with them. 

Last weekend, we had Ellie's friend party.  She was unsure of what type of party she wanted until 3 days before the actual party day.  To be fair to her...we were not sure when we could have a party either until the 3 days prior.  Our weeks were jammed packed with responsibilities and  it looked impossible to find time,  but, it just so happens that we had a free friday night pop up.  So, we jumped on it and quickly planned a party.  I had a hard time giving up control of the details.  The ideas, planning, invations, and all the details were organized by Ellie alone.  I was impressed with her planning. And, her invitations.  Only after I recovered from the shock that she did not want to use the invites I made her.  It is her party afterall.  And, she is growing up.  "Let it go" is exactly how Jeff put it.  So, I did.  And, she planned an outstanding "Salon style pampering" party.   

The girls did makeovers, opened presents, went to dinner, changed into jammies, did facials and nails, watched a movie, snacks and cake,  parents picked up the girls at 11:00.   A true "late-over."

     (Girls giving each other facials with a skin care mask.)

All in all it was a great night.  I think all the girls had fun.  I know the birthday girl had a ball.  Thanks to all. 

Ellie has a twin,  you know...his birthday scoop comin soon.