This past weekend we had the pleasure of attending our little cousin Charles second birthday party. It was a construction themed party. Brent had to work and I was feeling a little under the weather and losing my voice, so needless to say the boys acted a little crazier than I would have liked. Thank goodness we were surrounded by understanding parents.
We were kind of the second guest to arrive. Charles, Gwenevere, and Grace were there playing when we got there. August jumped right in to playing and Brayden hung out with his older cousin Justin. They each got their little aprons and construction hats on and were ready to p-a-r-t-y...
More and more, and more people showed up with their children and the
kids took over. As kids do, they just enjoyed each other. We made our rounds at the snacks table. I had to control August's consumption of strawberries. He would have cleared them out if I didn't regulate him.
There were a
couple games that were started, but most of my time was spent keeping
August in toe. One was pin the hammer on the nail. Even with no blind fold the kids did not seem to hit the nail on the head! August was in a mood that day and did not have his listening
ears on. He kept trying to go upstairs to play with other toys, so I only got pictures of the aftermath...
tarp to help catch the spoils. My favorite part was watching everyone's faces. Not only the kids wielding the stick, but the adults watching.
Then Charlie got his turn. You can tell he is no stranger to pinatas. He was very serious about getting those goodies out.
The kids were all allowed 3 swings, which of course neither of my boys abide by. I miss doing pinatas. I realize I have not swung at a pinata in awhile...guess I know what to get for my birthday this coming year!
Look at that determination in Gwenevere's eyes...
Brayden was a little less excited about being the "only" kid his age there. He was however, happy about getting to be the "older" kid that got to break the pinata! I tried to tell him there were perks
Following the theme of construction and building, there were great mud treats...no worms in this soil.
One of the more comical times was the group picture fiasco. These kids had no idea what we were asking of them. I was off to the side, so I did not get a picture that did not have an adults guiding hand, or one of the kids standing/jumping right in the way.
They were adorable. I love this age.
Usually the two year old blowing out candles can be pretty funny.
I remember when Brayden was two, he was so excited to have everyone singing to him he kept saying "again, again" and having people sing happy birthday over and over which meant he could keep blowing out the candles.
Charles again, handled the candle blowing like a pro.
Max noticed how quiet it got once all the desserts were passed out and being enjoyed...
There's the handsome Birthday Boy!
At first the kids payed no-nevermind to Charles opening presents, but then slowly August made his way over. He was commenting and trying to help open everything. There were too many people in the way for me to really make my way over and correct him, plus my voice was gone almost, not a good parenting combo. I stopped feeling as bad when Gwenevere joined in the interest of Charles presents. I guess it is a four year old thing.
Poor Max kept trying to hold the shirt up so I could get a picture, but kids kept standing in the way and then Charlie wanted it on and tried putting it on himself.
Apparently Charles is a huge Elmo fan?! It was equally cute that Grace was wearing a matching shirt. (didn't get a picture of that)
An oldie but a goodie. I do not know what kids has grown up without one of these! As Charles looks intently on while Dad demonstrates it's opening and closing.
Thank you for inviting us to the party!
It was great having all the kids get to play together. Charles seemed to definitely enjoy himself thoroughly, as did my boys.
We were so glad you could make it even in your sickened state. I love all the pictures you took and your boys acted just fine!
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