The Birthday Party

Over the past six years, I have watch my daughter put together some of the greatest parties. Everyone loves her parties. Tripp's Birthday parties have always been fun and always a big hit. This year was no exception. It was simple, just a few friends and just the right touch of whimsy.

Tripp chose five friends to go to the movies and then Pizza and Ice Cream Cake. Everyone seem to have such a good time, and the biggest hit were the gift bags filled with a simple activity book and crayons, some candy and a spiderman mask. After eating the kiddos stretched out on the floor in a huddle with their activity books and just had a great time hanging out with lots of laughter. It was so cool to watch. The moms, had a chance to relax and catch up with each other.

Here are a few shots taken with the Vintage Sony. . . .

Here is Tripp and his cousin Gavin. We headed early to the theater to purchase tickets and snack packs for everyone. . .


The party goers at the movies:


Just after the movies I got a quick snapshot before headed over for Pizza.



There they go with Charlie with the Party Goers:


Checking out the Gifts- Everyone is helping! What fun . . .


As promised, here is a look at the Birthday Trashy Happy Tower! I wrapped it in Red and Blue in honor of Spiderman! One of Tripp's favorite characters.

The items in this gift are inexpensive but fun. years ago Charlie's sister coined the term trashy happy about the gifts I give. Even though they are inexpensive, I try to make them fun and something the person would enjoy. This gift tower consisted of some small puzzles, assorted paint brushes, some paints, art book, some action character cars and a inexpensive digital camera. It was a big hit!

Coming up tomorrow - Endless Feast Louisiana. The final for 2009.

Also, I have a great story about my creative soul mate Joy and her "box"! You will not want to miss this one. It is so creative and it is so me! I may have to find me a box. . . . .