On the morning of Owen's third birthday he woke up to balloons and streamers in the hallway. I went into his room as soon as I heard him stir and sang a Happy Birthday song for him. His first words were, "I don't want to go to my party today. I don't think it's going to be very fun."
My smart, verbal boy was telling us that he might be a little overwhelmed by all of the attention but he was excited to have all of his favorite people in the world celebrating him today.
The light was bad but I did everything I could to capture the magic of Owen's third birthday party. It was at an art studio on his actual birthday and the theme was chosen by him, based on his favorite book. The Gruffalo.
As always I designed the invitation and most of the party food and favors. A friend of mine from college now lives in England where the book is very popular. She found some party goods and sent them our way. It was much appreciated! Daddy read the book during the party and you could hear a pin drop the children were so captivated by the story. A local friend who catered Gil's bris made a special Gruffalo cake just
for Owen, it was amazing. He asked for "chocolate, all the chocolate"
and that's what he got. It was a perfect little party and we had a very happy boy.
Sunday was the BIG DAY for the Oh My! Dinosaurs! Party. Just like last year, I designed Owen's invitations and had them printed. These might just be my favorite thing I've ever designed and I was so proud to do it for my little. Jeremy was so kind to me saying, "It's a shame it will take years before O realizes how talented his Mama is and all the special things you do for him." Designing and ordering invitations myself comes out to less than $24 shipped. A cost savings as well!
The weekend before the party, Daddy and Uncle Amos spent the afternoon whipping up 14 batches of "dinosaur dough" for Owen's party favors. We printed the recipe on a thank you card and wrapped it up with cut pieces of plastic tablecloth. Super cheap - but SUPER CUTE!
In birthday tradition, Sissa and I got to work on dinosaur sugar cookies! (Have I mentioned how much I love having help amidst the chaos of birthday party crazy?) Daddy was on board to ice them (and taste test as well)
We hosted O's party at a toy co-op here in the city where I volunteer twice per month. It's a wonderful resource and has so many toys that would never fit in our apartment. The kids just love to have playdates here and Owen and his friends especially loved having it all to themselves for his party!
O's best buddie William had fun racing on this scooter while dressed up like a fireman!
and William's Daddy had fun chasing him! (another doctor daddy who knows how to have fun!)
Owen and his buddies at the train table
Owen and his beloved "Sissa" (my sweet cousin)
I swear this child said, "more cuc-cakes" the entire party!
When it came time for cake Owen developed a little stage fright after everyone sang Happy Birthday to him (my child?) and needed some assistance from his Mama with the candle blowing :)
Such a happy day for our boy and 14 of his little friends.
A very special THANK YOU to everyone who helped to make this 100% homemade
