Mimi came to see Mikey for his birthday and arrived on his "birthday eve". She brought a special cake with her so we were able to celebrate a night early. (Upon cleaning up the dishes, Daddy was washing the cake knife and cut his right index finger which landed us in the ER for stitches. Boo!!)
On Mikey's actual birthday, Thursday, March 1, Mikey spent the day with Mimi and Mommy. We hung out in the morning at home and then went to My Gym in the afternoon. For dinner we met Daddy at Friendly's. After dinner Mikey got his "chocolate ice cream" and a special birthday song sang by the staff. Initially he looked confused by the clapping and singing but when it was over he smiled and said "AGAIN!". He got some great clothes from Mimi as well as Cars bedding & snacks.
Mikey was quite a popular boy that night getting lots of phone calls and cards/gifts in the mail. We appreciate everyone's thoughtfulness and generosity. Mikey also completed "Facetime" with his Uncle Mark. The picture was so clear on the ipad that he picked up the football and said "Catch it, Mark! Catch it!" and proceeded to toss the football directly at the screen!
(He insisted on taking EVERY picture with the armadillo)For the weekend we traveled to New Jersey to celebrate Mikey's birthday with Grandma, Grandpa, Auntie and Uncle Scott. Grandma and Auntie planned a very special weekend. On Saturday Grandma, Grandpa, Mommy, Daddy and Mikey went to the Camden Aquarium. We touched the stingrays and sharks, saw a seal show outside, and saw lots of beautiful sea creatures. It was a great time.
When we got home, Auntie had decorated the house with a Cars theme. The place looked great. There were banners and signs everywhere, balloons, party hats and festive plates......even Brett Farve made an appearance!
Mikey had lots of fun celebrating and opening his presents.
In addition to clothes, Mom gave Mikey presents according to his age:
T=Turtle swim trunks
H=Helicopter DVD
R=Red Fire Engine
E=Etch-A-Sketch
E=Elmo & book
Auntie also spoiled Mikey with clothes and new rain boots.
Since Mikey was pooped after a long day of fun, we skipped the special cupcakes and postponed the singing until morning----when Jimmy (Mikey's birthday twin!) came over! How can it be that the boys are THREE?!?!?!?!
The following weekend was Mikey's kiddie birthday party. (Who knew I would have to schedule the party BEFORE the holidays if I actually wanted it the weekend of his birthday?!!?!? Mental note for next year.) We had the party again at My Gym. It is a no brainer. We show up, play, and go home. There is no cleaning, cooking or activity planning involved. Easy! The only thing I was responsible for was the cupcakes. This year the cupcakes were "Lightening McQueen". We had 19 kids in total. It was complete chaos and so much fun!
(More pictures to come)
Happy Birthday, Mikey!
H=Helicopter DVD
R=Red Fire Engine
E=Etch-A-Sketch
E=Elmo & book
Auntie also spoiled Mikey with clothes and new rain boots.
Since Mikey was pooped after a long day of fun, we skipped the special cupcakes and postponed the singing until morning----when Jimmy (Mikey's birthday twin!) came over! How can it be that the boys are THREE?!?!?!?!
The following weekend was Mikey's kiddie birthday party. (Who knew I would have to schedule the party BEFORE the holidays if I actually wanted it the weekend of his birthday?!!?!? Mental note for next year.) We had the party again at My Gym. It is a no brainer. We show up, play, and go home. There is no cleaning, cooking or activity planning involved. Easy! The only thing I was responsible for was the cupcakes. This year the cupcakes were "Lightening McQueen". We had 19 kids in total. It was complete chaos and so much fun!
(More pictures to come)
Happy Birthday, Mikey!
WOW!! WHAT A BIRTHDAY!! Happy Birthday Mikey! I have to say, I REALLY see him getting older, now...at 3. He just looks like such a (handsome) big boy!!! Nice work making sure it is a memorial one!!
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