Jack has never had a birthday party before this year. His birthday is so close to Thanksgiving that we usually just have cake and open presents when our family has gathered for the holiday.
Jack was very clear this year that he wanted something different. He wanted a bounce house in our yard. That is a great idea unless you are a November baby living in New England. I almost gave in. It has been pretty cold this weekend so I am glad I didn't. The compromise was for us to take four of his friends (2 from daycare at Kellee's and 2 from preschool) to Bounce U in Rocky Hill and then have everyone back to our house for pizza, cake, and presents. My sister, brother-in-law, and niece and nephews (who are sadly too "old" for Bounce U), joined us at home. Jack couldn't imagine a party without his cousins.
Bounce U was really fun. Vivi is big enough now to enjoy some of the inflatables and she loves the slides.
Bernie made Jack's cake, as he always does. Jack never asks for anything easy, yet Bernie delivers. This year Jack wanted an Emporer Palpatine cake. Bernie raised the bar yet again with this creation:
Jack was a little overwhelmed by the whole thing. He alternated between saying "this is the best day ever" to being on the verge of a melt down. He blew out his candles before we sang "Happy Birthday, and didn't want us singing to him. He says he hates that song.
Thank you to everyone who came for making Jack's birthday special. Today I am thankful for the chances we have to make positive and lasting memories for ourselves and for our kids. I think Jack will be talking about this for awhile.
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