Happy 4th Birthday!
Aug. 31st | Posted by Nicky
14 comments
We had a lovely birthday party for the girls. I thought it might be a bit chaotic, but the weather was good, we were outside the whole time, the kids were happy, the adults were well fed, and a good time seemed to be had by all.
Last birthday, we had a quiet celebration with my mom, dad and brother. But planning this birthday, they decided they wanted the big shindig with friends. Anyone who knows me knows that I love parties, so fine with me! So we had a bugs and butterflies themed birthday, and most of the kids dressed up. Facepainting, colouring, playing in the yard and a butterfly pinata kept the kids busy and amused. The adults even got to visit a little, which was super nice. And to top it off – two cakes! (Of course.) Strawberry cake with vanilla icing for Sugar and chocolate zucchini cake with darker chocolate icing for Spice.
Something we did a little different is that we asked people not to bring gifts. Instead, people brought donations for Faya Orphanage, in the forms of clothing, toys and cash. (and a couple of thoughtful presents for the girls too.) The girls were totally cool with it. And after all the dust had settled and their friends had gone home, we opened the gifts from theirf family members. As the girls are the only grandchildren on one side, and the only girl grandkids on the other side of the family, they certainly weren’t hurting for thoughful, wonderful gifts.
Happy birthday, my darlings! You sure have grown a lot in a year – wow.
Happy Birthday girls! Looks like you had a wonderful party with special people sharing in your day.
Happy Birthday! So beautiful. Love the wings.
We may have another Vernon trip planned, if so, I would love to get together!
Tova
This is just a whole lot of happy. Great, great post.
And that makes two really lovely photos Mom and Dad recently! Parenthood agrees with you both.
Oh, and I love the wings.
Happy Birthday Sugar and Spice! It looks like you had a wonderful celebration! big hugs to you both!
Awww! Happy Birthday girls! It looks like you had a wonderful time at your party!
HapPPY BiRTHdaY sugar and spice!! What a great party and hope to meet you all soon! Tova, I am so close to Vernon and Kelowna, when you are going let me know
shirley
Castlegar
Happy Birthday Sugar and Spice! It looks like you had a really fun time…
Heidi
Happy Birthday to your two cuties! Looks like they had a BLAST!! Way to go with the fun party you cool parents!
Hey – anyime I have an excuse to wear butterfly wings……..
Happy Happy Birthday Sugar & Spice!!!
That’s awesome! An outdoor summer bug themed birthday party!
It looks like everyone had a great time and the cakes looks delicious…
Happy Birthday!! – xoxoxo The Quinn’s (who totally get the need for two cakes!)
Wow, it has been a while since I have visited your website. I can not believe how much they have changed in the last little while. Unbelievable! Happy Birthday!
Are you on facebook? Look me up.
Are twins are very close in age. We both have some beautiful Ethiopian girls.
Happy (belated) birthday to your beautiful girls! Looks like a very fun party and lots of happiness all around!
Thanks for all your congratulations… they are growing like weeds, aren’t they? 1 year, 6 inches of height! and all the way from 18 month pants to 4 year old pants. Crazy stuff!