Ninja Turtle Party

Everett and RJ celebrated their upcoming birthdays this month. RJ was keen on having a Ninja Turtle party, Everett was ambivalent so we ran with it. Sarah and I met together a couple times to hash out a list of games, food, and ideas. We totally planned on having their party at the park, you know, outdoor games. The forecast got worse and worse as the week wore on, Sarah finally decided to offer up her house for the festivities. Quite a few kids cancelled because of the weather. Still we had a pretty good turn out! Amelia caught a ride with the Hornbargers out to Ella's house for her 8th birthday party. We dropped her off then invaded the Wood's home. Sarah helped me assemble the food plates of ninja turtle fruit and veggie faces, cheese cracker/pepperoni plate, the failed Oreo sewer lids, and fruit drinks. Sarah's cakes turned out really cute!

The pack of kids mostly played in RJs room, some ventured out to "Throw Pizzas in the Box" games. When it was time to snack all the kids grabbed plates and dug in. The highlight was a ninja turtle pinata. For me, the best part were the kid's facial expressions as they tried to hit the pinata. Everett was so adorable while opening his gifts. He has a real knack for making folks feels special and loved...with his high pitched voice and enthusiasm. The boys really enjoyed the birthday song, accompanied by Phillip on guitar. RJ blew his candles out carefully, one by one...Everett spit on his cake. I love how different and smart these two boys are. Sarah: WE DID IT. No more parties until August. Well, except for the one next week. LOL.

**Everett's birthday is still a couple weeks away.