Happy 31 to me

Now that I'm past 30, I feel like it's okay not to completely dread my birthday (I do realize that, to the older folks, I sound ridiculous). It still had its traditional moment of devastation (November 3rd is known as the day of doom in some society somewhere, I'm sure), but I think it will all turn out alright in the end. Here's to living life's ups and downs with the ones I love. You make every moment the best it could possibly be.

Happy Birthday, Lil!

Cheers to living in our 30s together, Lil! You're a super aunt to my wee babes and amazing friend!

Daddy is 31

Happy birthday to the most wonderful man I know. I'm so glad we've had so many wonderful years together, full of fun, excitement and love.

27

There are so many more than 27 reasons you are amazing. Love you, little brother!

Poké-party Palooza

Aiden and Annie have birthdays exactly one month apart. While they are young, I plan to take full advantage of this and have joint birthday parties. They love each other so ridiculously much that they are looking forward to sharing all future birthday parties. 

We love making themed food! The buckeye digglets and poke balls were great! The mucks didn't really work. The chocolate was too thick.

Rainy day parties need a little help. Bubbles brighten everyone's day!

 

 

The girls are all about balloons!

 

Piñata fun is a must. We've never bought a piñata before and apparently this is the pull string kind. We didn't realize and spent a lot of time bashing it.

 

Yum. Pokeball cupcakes!

Pika-puppy

 

 

The girls LOVE these calico critters. This is probably the best toy investment ever! 

 

Happy birthday, Aiden!

Birthdays are always exciting, but this year brought a new surprise: The return of SNOWY!!! Our beloved elf made her first birthday appearance by writing hilarious fortunes (aiden's birthday was only 4 days before Easter) and decorating with spring decor. And if course she chose a bunny stead. Hyah!