That's How to Celebrate!

Immediately after returning home from our vacation in Las Vegas, AJ wakes up and says first thing in the morning - while still in bed, "Can I have a treat?" He treasured the family moments and the extra fun.

It was daddy's 35th birthday and AJ had lots of ideas about how to celebrate! He was not impressed with my ideas of a relaxed birthday after a weekend out.

A five year old's presecription for a great birthday:

• Lots of presents. When I suggested he draw something, he said, "No, mom. I mean real presents, you know... a present, a thing. You put it in the wrap paper. You gotta get him a lot of presents."

• A birthday cake. "Where is the birthday cake?" And don't forget, it needs icing!

• Decorations. "The things that hang down from the walls...and balloons!"

• Write a special poem. His idea was a little piggies story and here's what he came up with:

This little piggy plays pretend.
This little piggy goes to read books.
This little piggy draws a picture.
This little piggy wants to have fun.
This little piggy has a birthday everyday!
Oink. Oink. The End.

It seems I had forgotten some of the details of what makes the big day feel special. :)
AJ made it a blast.

(Note: This cake was created by Amber and Crystal!)