Andrew got to go out with Vic to pick out a present for Gina. He was so excited, he could hardly keep from telling her what it was (a water sprinker toy for playing in the yard).
After presents, it was time for cupcakes. We had gone to Whole Foods in the morning and Gina loved the turtle cupcakes, so I got one for each. Andrew couldn't wait and tried to open the box before we were ready so it didn't look much like a turtle anymore, just a blob of green and brown frosting. And yes, there are only five candles on the cupcake, it was all I had.
Today was Gina's birthday party with all her friends from school. We had it at a park nearby with a jumphouse. As usual, I had certain plans, then procrastinated and felt very stressed getting everything for the party. On top of everything, Dylan fell down on the concrete in the back and got a HUGE goose egg on his forehead. After some ice, it looked better but definitely bruised.
For the cake, I ordered one from a friend who makes wonderful looking cakes and they taste great too. I asked for flowers and butterflies and got this beautiful creation.
Most of her class came to the party so there were a lot of kids. A few of the boys had to be evicted from the jump house from time to time but overall they were well behaved. Once all the kids arrived, Andrew wasn't sure what to do with himself. Gina was busy with her friends, he didn't want to play with his friend Julian, so instead he followed me around, taking a break every so often to grab a juice box.
Gina had a fun afternoon. Once everything was set up, I was able to relax a little and talk to the other moms. I think next year though we will try for a smaller party.
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