Party time!

Who doesn't like a party? And what is more fun that back-to-back parties -- nothing at all according to Hatcher. The kids had a great weekend. We got together to celebrate both Haley's and Ava Mei's 4th birthdays. So much fun. Haley wanted her party at Monkey Joe's - where of course EVERY kid has loads of fun. There was cake, apple juice, pizza, prizes won by Derek and of course JUMPING! Lots of jumping! It was cute to watch the kids just have a blast. There were many times that they would try to go down the slides at the same time - or race through the obstacle course. So much fun - and the "workout" made for a good solid nap! Haley and Hatcher often talk about each other and Haley tells folks often how the two of them are getting married. Just too cute! Happy Birthday Haley!








With nothing planned for the weekend - sha right, Derek and I knew we wouldn't want to cook every night. So we decided to gather some friends and eat out at Ippolito's Italian on Saturday night. Uncle Derek, Aunt Cynthia, Maddox, Uncle Neil, Aunt Ramona and Baby Sophia joined us. It was loads of fun. The boys behaved for as long as they could - they did pretty well. Then we all headed back to our house for dessert and drinks. The big boys played Rock Band while the little boys played outside on the playground. The girls were able to catch up, get some 'baby love' and watch the little boys play. We had a great time as we always do. Baby Sophia is growing so fast...I got this cute picture of her with the rabbit ears on. And although there were more opportunities for getting photos of both the "band" and the 3 smaller boys...I tried to enjoy my time. Although I did manage to get this shot of Maddox and Aidan while they were playing on floor near us girls. So much fun.



Ava Mei decided to go a different approach and chose the Bowling Alley as the sight to celebrate her 4th birthday. Bumper bowling, pizza, cake, apple juice and ARCADES! Does life get any better? Surely not when you are 4! Then can someone tell me why all the temper-tantrums? I mean - for the love! Not sure if it was the sugar - or weekend filled with fun...but man can Hatcher (and Aidan for that matter) give you a run for your money when it comes to begging and pleading! My camera's battery died early into the fun...but I have some great action shots of the bowling. I have to mention that Hatcher is a perfectionist. Hmmm - wonder where he gets that from? LOL There was one time that he tried to roll the ball down the lane and it just didn't have enough momentum, so he decided he would go after it - without heeding the warning that Derek game him about crossing the blue line. Not even a full step in, the waxed floor got the better of him and up into the air he went. He recovered well - a bit embarrassed, but such a trooper. I tight squeeze of Derek's leg and he was back at his second shot. Way to shake it off Hatcher! So proud. And may i just say, Hatcher ROCKS at the motorcycle riding arcade game. He leans without fear on those things. And Aidan, was a star at air hockey - though to be fair, he just kind of kept his block in position. So much fun! Happy Birthday Mei Mei.