Birthday parties are something everyone loves having, and
going to. Once upon a time we did have
the bigger parties. At the time I
thought it should be that way. Big, $200
plus spent, and lots of planning, stress, and left me exhausted. I met some dear ladies that taught me it didn’t
have to be that way. I started to think
the Birthday party seemed more about the guests than the person we were
actually celebrating. Food, decorations,
goody bags. I also feel that it makes
the people coming feel obligated to buy gifts.
While that is nice, our kids don’t need more “STUFF”, and we really just
enjoy others company. I started to
change my perspective, and realize the day is about the person we are
celebrating. What do you think of when
you think “Party?”
Food: In our home we
let the birthday person pick the menu.
What their fav. Foods are. For
some it may be Pancakes, some a pop tart.
It is usually stuff I don’t make on a daily basis, therefore making it
extra special. We may take the child out
for lunch or dinner. Many times we make
the cake, but we also buy them too. With
3 birthdays in May, 1 June, 2 July, 1 August, 1 September, 2 December plain
cake gets boring so we like to change it up, and try cookie cakes, ice cream
cake, etc.
Decorations: My kids
are into themes. My oldest loves to help
with this. She is our planner. I also LOVE the $1 store for decorations, table clothes so no mess to clean up that day.
Just wipe, it and go. I have
found I can get some at Target or other places that are little thicker, and
will hold up to 10 people for 3 meals. I
like to put a birthday sign up, some streamers.
Whatever time allows for, and again to have the birthday person feel
special.
Presents: We like to
get something of interest whether it be clothing, book, or something they
are into. For example: Our soon to be 5 year old is loving
horses. I found a horse outfit, and
bought her a horse sticker book. I love
showering my children with gifts on their day, so trying to keep it to things
of interest, but things that they need.
Clothing, and books you cannot go wrong.
Especially for a 5 year old girl.
We do still have parties, but usually just a few friends,
and every 2-3 years. I am not saying
this is for everyone, but this is what has worked for us. There is nothing wrong with those who love to
throw BIG parties. For our family this
is what works : )
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