Our Backyard Carnival

Ella and Eliza's birthdays are two weeks apart.  Ella really wanted an Angelina Ballerina party and if you asked Eliza she would say a "Melmo" (Elmo).  I decided for many reasons that this year we could only have one party.   We (I) decided it would be a little backyard carnival.  I found tons of cute ideas on-line and found all of my decorations at the dollar tree.  Kev was in charge of the carnival games and of course he took his task very seriously. 

We had yummy carnival food (hot dogs, corn dogs, cotton candy, candy apples, popcorn and nachos and cheese.) The night before I felt terrible because all the food was terribly unhealthy and pretty much a choking hazard, so I sent Kev to the store for some fruit. :)

Last year we had Ella's party from 10:30-12:30.  I thought it was a great time for a kiddie party.  This year (with a new baby) it made for a super busy morning trying to get it all together.  Thankfully we made it by the skin of our teeth. 

Ella had a great time and said her favorite part of the party was blowing out her candles.  Eliza was overwhelmed throughout most of the party, but began to warm up as the party ended.   Once it was over she got in the jump castle and loved it!

The other highlight was a special visit from "Lou Lou" the clown.  Lou Lou who is otherwise known as Louise.... is our Associate Pastor's wife.  She has always been like family to us and the girls love her dearly.  We think we have a new ministry for her...clowning!

  It was a fun morning and I am so thankful for our friends and family who celebrated with us!