Last year we wondered if we could get Anna to switch from saying "I'm 2 in August" once the birthday actually arrived. After that celebration anyone who asked how old she was was told "I'm 2 but I will be 3." The rest of the year showed the added days of maturity as those who asked were met with the response "I'll be 3 in August." And, not expecting an actual answer, they would be a little impressed when they were told the correct date. Not only that but as the day grew closer, she told everyone that she was going to Disneyland on her birthday which, of course, was true (hey we're not gonna pass up the opportunity to get some of our money back from the Mouse-but more about that later).
This year we gathered on the weekend before her birthday to celebrate Sesame Street style. With a large family and a menu of pizza, pasta, salad and cake, what more could we need? Lucky for Mom, the schoolwork was all done so she could give the party some personal touches in the form of invitations and favors.
Lucky again that a rainbow cast of characters makes it easy to decorate.
As always, the cake shop did a fabulous job too. To finish off the afternoon one little monster opened gifts while the other little monster looked on (and helped a little).
Anna was so excited about all of her gifts - from clothes to toys to books - that we had to tell her exactly when we could open and use each thing. Not only did she get a little bit of everything at the party, but she got a gift card for Toys R us as well. She took quite a bit of time considering all her options. Mom's only rule (other than age appropriateness, of course) is that the store be given the once over before any decisions are made. She, like her sister, is so pleasant in this type
of situation. She asks if she has enough for ____________ and if we say "no, but it might be something to put on the Christmas list", she moves on. no begging, no crying, no expecting. Lucky Mom and Dad again. The choice was made with the selection of a "Barbie as TV chef" play set and the birthday was complete. Well, except for that trip to Disneyland. Stay tuned.......
Last year we wondered if we could get Anna to switch from saying "I'm 2 in August" once the birthday actually arrived. After that celebration anyone who asked how old she was was told "I'm 2 but I will be 3." The rest of the year showed the added days of maturity as those who asked were met with the response "I'll be 3 in August." And, not expecting an actual answer, they would be a little impressed when they were told the correct date. Not only that but as the day grew closer, she told everyone that she was going to Disneyland on her birthday which, of course, was true (hey we're not gonna pass up the opportunity to get some of our money back from the Mouse-but more about that later).
This year we gathered on the weekend before her birthday to celebrate Sesame Street style. With a large family and a menu of pizza, pasta, salad and cake, what more could we need? Lucky for Mom, the schoolwork was all done so she could give the party some personal touches in the form of invitations and favors. 
Lucky again that a rainbow cast of characters makes it easy to decorate. 
As always, the cake shop did a fabulous job too. To finish off the afternoon one little monster opened gifts while the other little monster looked on (and helped a little).
Anna was so excited about all of her gifts - from clothes to toys to books - that we had to tell her exactly when we could open and use each thing. Not only did she get a little bit of everything at the party, but she got a gift card for Toys R us as well. She took quite a bit of time considering all her options. Mom's only rule (other than age appropriateness, of course) is that the store be given the once over before any decisions are made. She, like her sister, is so pleasant in this type 
of situation. She asks if she has enough for ____________ and if we say "no, but it might be something to put on the Christmas list", she moves on. no begging, no crying, no expecting. Lucky Mom and Dad again. The choice was made with the selection of a "Barbie as TV chef" play set and the birthday was complete. Well, except for that trip to Disneyland. Stay tuned.......
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