Joint Celebrations

Go ahead and call it a shortcut, or lazy mama syndrome. A few months ago, Mr. Fliz and I threw our babies a joint birthday celebration. I "borrowed" the idea from another fellow Mama, who now happens to have FOUR boys. We met at the pediatrician's office and often run into each other at church and around town. She mentioned to me that she often throws a joint birthday party for her two sons because they're only a month apart. Brilliance! I mean, how could I not have thought of that! So my kiddos are about two months apart--but I thought I still might be able to get away with it. And I did! Successfully!

We decided to do it at our local health club that offers kids' birthday party packages and we opted for a party with rock climbing and a bouncy house. Something sufficient for kids turning 3 & 5. I chose October as it's right in between both my babies' birthdays. At first it seemed a little lame, but then I rationalized that this would save me time and money rather than throwing two parties so close together with the same people. I would limit my guest list to a few school and family friends (apart from close cousins). It was perfect! 

Of course there were a few glitches at the venue, but they compensated by being generous with extra play time, food & drinks. A few adults even took a chance at some rock climbing. Below are some pics from a memorable party. And yes, I also "borrowed" my cake idea from this rockin' mama.

contents of our goodie bags

 

 

Mr. Fliz-it took all of three seconds for this guy with long arms to make it to the top