I've attempted a Pinterest-worthy birthday party or two in the past and have found myself way too get caught up in details. I've learned that simple can still be pretty and it's actually a lot more enjoyable when I'm actually engaging in the event I've planned. For Skye's 3rd birthday I just wanted her to feel loved and celebrated. I knew that details like fancy dishes or themed-party favors wouldn't mean much to her so I cut out the unecessary and focused on things I knew she would enjoy. Here are some pictures from her special day:
I made homemade strawberry cake/cupcakes, refried bean dip, cole slaw, and bunch. We grilled burgers, hot dogs, amongst other typical BBQ food.
We set out croquet, frisbees, and corn-hole for some yard games. I noticed hat the kids preferred playing tag or wrestling in the grass even better and by night time they were catching fireflies and putting them in jars.
Ethan rigged up a ride for the kiddos by connecting our bicycle trailer to our four wheeler, haha. We managed to fit five kids on the ride at once.
We had the little girls make DIY wands. I wish I took more pictures of this but I'm glad I set the camera down and took the time to help them assemble all the pieces. We used dowel sticks, glitter foam (with adhesive on the back), ribbons, and twine.
The kids loved hitting the pinata. Here you see Skye laying on the ground having a silent tantrum because it was no longer her turn. It took the kids a lot of swings to get it open so eventually she caught on to the concept of sharing. :)
We are missing a few people that came but we were so blessed to have lots of family and friends come celebrate.
We ended the evening by projecting Angelina Ballerina on the barn. We didn't realize when we moved here that we would be forced to use data, satellite internet so I was so happy to find a dvd of this at a thrift store for $2. :)All in all, it was a great time for everyone. It's hard to believe that my little Skye is already three years old but it's been so neat to watch her personality come out. I'm so blessed to be her mom and am praying the Lord gives her many years to come.