Leading up to the party I had major Mama guilt that I was not planning a big extravagant event (for whatever silly reason), but now that it's all said and done I can confidently say this was one of my favorite parties yet. I spent that day just soaking up my big boy and hanging with family instead of running around like a crazy lady and cooking, and an hour before the party I started setting stuff up and sent Tyler to get the pizza. So much less stress!
We had my family, Tyler's family, and Jaxon's best friend Benton (and his Mama) at the party, so 17 people total. Perfect!
The invite, designed by my amazing best friend...
From his birthday morning... opening 1 gift from Tyler and I.
Later in the day we were ready to party!
Cake made by one of my besties Andrea
The party was very low-key... we ate some yummy pizza, and the kids played Angry Birds themed games and coloring sheets.
And then, a child's favorite part of any birthday... presents :)
And cake. It was soooo yummy, and this is coming from a non-cake lover!
My nephew turned 8 the following week, so we sang to him as well :)
All in all, a simple yet perfect party indeed!
Happy 4th Birthday, Jaxon Daniel.
Cute table cloth!
ReplyDeleteCute kiddo! [I cannot BELIEVE he is 4 already!]
Cute invite!
This post just oooozes cute:)
17 people is still a pretty big party!
But I loved hearing your idea of not doing a huge party every year.
I was already beginning to think about this years upcoming birthdays..... with a nervous tick.
Hmmmmm..... I think you may be on to something here!
I think 17 people is still a LOT of people at a party, but I do love 'low key' affairs. Great job on everything---the cake is freaking amazing and your big boy looks so proud. Wow. Four years old!!
ReplyDeleteI love low-key parties. SO much easier and much more enjoyable! Happy happy birthday to your first baby :)
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