Had you asked me two years ago if I was a party person, I would have emphatically stated, "NO, I am so not a party person." To me, a party represented a whole lot of effort, time and money which yielded a few short hours of enjoyment, followed by more time and effort to clean up and put everything in it's place again. But, as it has in every other area of my life, motherhood has changed me. I now have two little ladies in my life who come unglued at the mention of a party. And as I gradually started putting more effort into making their birthdays special, I watched in amazement at the sheer joy on my girls' faces during those few short hours of party time. I began learning that while parties may not necessarily the best use of my time and resources, they create special memories for my children, my husband, extended family and even for me. As I was browsing through these pictures, I realized how glad I am that I took the time and effort to plan a party for my sweet girl. So many treasured memories...
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| Sparkle shoes! |
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| Thrilled with new toy horses. |
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| Emmie was a little sad when she realized the new horses weren't for her... |
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| Bri and Papa |
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| Papa and his grandbabies |
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| Aunt Jen with the girls |
The parties I plan are not extravagant, super crafty or Pinterest worthy, but I think they make my girls feel special and loved and that's all that matters. Happy 4th birthday, Brianna Elizabeth!!
