I don't normally have big parties for anything but their baby showers or their first birthdays. That is unless there is something else that is worthy of celebrating & I throw a double celebration party.
That wasn't the case this time. And by big I mean inviting all of our friends and family and making an effort to have a theme that flows from decorations to food to take home party bags (I don't call them lolly bags & if you have been a guest at my parties you'll know why).
It started off with my folks saying they were going to come around for a visit so I thought I'd invite my sister - oh, and of course Alex's Dad & brother...oh and my BFF. We never do really get to catch up as often as we'd like so I have to grab any oppurtunity.
Oh and maybe one other friend who I haven't seen in a long time. And God, must invite my neighbour.. she has been a life savour these last few weeks. And a friend I love dearly who over the years is almost my 2nd chance BFF. Hmm...
I found I was faced with that horrible situation of not knowing where to stop. My non-party was turning into a major do. And then Alex started asking if it would be too much to invite this person or that. I found myself saying 'yeah it's just another two people' but then arguing with myself that if I invite them then I should extend my circle and invite another few.
It's very tricky being able to keep these things small without offending anyone but I had to draw the line and kept it at just our four chosen friends - for this event. Our future parties will probably be another mix of people or just everyone again. Not sure which is harder!
Birthday boy had a great time, loved blowing out his candles, loved the attention when being sang to and most of all loved his new boy toys (he's finally got trucks & cars instead of just his sisters strollers to push around)
We love you very much Shaan Jemil, x
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