Birthday Party...Take 1

For some reason, the past two years have lent themselves to two parties for Kate celebrating her special day. We have the family party and then a "friend" party as well. Our family celebration was the Friday prior to her birthday. With 20+ people, we definitely had a full house.

A month ago, I thought I was going to get off the hook in terms of the cake. Kate decided she wanted a simple heart-shaped cake. I couldn't believe my ears! After Ariel last year and Tinkerbell the year before, this was going to be a "piece of cake." But, that changed when she decided she'd rather have a Barbie cake. To some the cake may look as though Barbie is jumping out of the frosted creation. Yet, it is supposed to be the bottom of her dress. Have any of you realized how tall Barbies are lately?! Nonetheless, Kate thought the cake was beautiful...which in a mother's eyes, is all that matters.


Kate received wonderful gifts and plenty of activities to keep us busy when she tracks out this week. Thanks to everyone that made her birthday so special.