This was Emily's 'off' year to just have a family party. She was NOT thrilled about the idea since she has gone to so many parties lately. So, I tried really hard to make it special for her - complete with a tablecloth in her pattern of choice!
We had chocolate chip pancakes for dinner (Ben's idea that she loved!) It was a very busy day starting with the doctor's office for both she and Mitchell to get shots, on to playgroup. Hurry home to meet Dad (with Chipotle for lunch - YUMMY). He took Emily to Annie's school field trip while I went to my RS meeting. Then we met back at home to decorate her cake and quickly make dinner because everyone was so hungry!
After dinner, we played outside for awhile - it was actually a nice day!!! Annie and Emily explored a downed pine tree while Andy, Ben and I threw a baseball (and I tried not to get my head taken off!).
Her Hello Kitty Ballerina cake - happy fourth birthday, Ems! Andy outlined the cake for me and then I worked my mommy-magic!
We went to Family Night at the local Roller Skating Rink! Granted, Emily had a great time, even though her face looks a bit put-out here. She was exhausted by the end of the night! After a few minutes on roller skates, Andy and I wondered if we were crazy to do this! We were both 'awesome' in our younger days, but the ankles don't work the same now! Each time around became more and more comfortable...for all of us!
There was a 3-some skate that was the best part of the night. Andy and I took each of the kids around; after, they were all more stable on their feet. It was so much fun!
Emily tried the limbo!!! She didn't know exactly what she was doing but just had fun!
Such a fun night! Definitely something we would love to do again! The best part was we each HAD to take breaks to sit with Mitchell so he wasn't alone. It was good for tired kiddos and tired parents! Happy Birthday, Emily! We love you sooooo much!!!
