In my four (!) years of being a mom...I have never thrown a birthday party. I know, right? Now that Nathan has a classroom full of preschool friends-I thought I'd give it a whirl. I anticipated a very small party...how many people aren't already booked up or on vacation on a July Saturday? Well, it turns out a lot because nearly everyone was able to come! I had a great time putting this together-kid parties mean balloons, streamers, pinatas and goody bags, and cake with sugary, brightly colored icing! We did a soccer party per Nathan's request!
We set up a giant soccer goal in the backyard and had lots of balls for everyone to kick around. We also used it for kicking the soccer ball shaped pinata (instead of hanging and hitting with a stick!) The hit of the party was the bounce house, though! I think 4 year olds are instantly attracted to these things!
For dessert, we had cupcakes with green "grass" icing and soccer decorations. I found printable downloads here
And of course, the madness that was opening birthday presents! Just TRY to hold them all back! Most of the pictures turned out like this:
It was truly a wonderful day, everyone had a blast! My baby boy is so lucky to have so many great friends. And even though I'm still cleaning up 3 days later...I would do it again in a heartbeat! Happy Birthday Nathan!
