Justin celebrated his 3rd birthday on Sunday so we had a little party for him on Saturday. Justin loves Toy Story so we decided that would be the theme this year. I put together an invitation showing his favourite characters, Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and Bullseye and Justin loved it. We organised a little picnic in the park that has a playground and a children's cycle track and lots of trees to climb. The party was scheduled for 10:30am but because it's a public park, Row didn't want to take chances and lose out on a table so we set up camp at 9:30am. Even though the sun was shining, it was windy and chilly and we were worried about the cold but as the morning progressed, it thankfully got warmer.
Justin was so excited about his birthday party and was truly in his element especially when his friends showed up. They were climbing trees, riding their scooters and playing on the playground. For snacks we had hot dogs, mini cheese sausages, bacon and cheese muffins, lamingtons, sandwiches (made with love from Kau-Kau and Kau-moo), pasta salad and chocolate crispies. I made mini cupcakes with edible Toy Story images for the birthday boy and his mates and there was a delicious milk tart (courtesy of aunty Claire). The kids ended off the party by feeding bread to the ducks.
The weather was good, the kids had fun and the adults had a relaxing time in the sun. Thank you to all our friends who helped celebrate Justin's 3rd birthday and a big thank you to all our family and friends from afar who sent their wishes. This birthday boy really had fun!
The celebrations didn't stop there. Justin's grandparents were together on Saturday night so when we woke up bright and early on Sunday morning, we had a quick Skype session so that they could sing happy birthday to him. Lucky Justin got to have a giant chocolate cupcake before breakfast!
Justin's actual birthday was the same day as Mother's Day so Row cooked us a delicious breakfast of sausages, scrambled eggs and toast...yummy! I got spoilt by my little boy with the cutest framed photo and a handmade card plus some new mugs and a beautiful card. I truly am blessed to have Justin as my son!
To end off the celebrations, Row treated us to a dinner of ribs at Hurricanes. What an awesome day! I got to spend the whole day with my boys, got some lovely presents and didn't have to worry about cooking and washing dishes. Thank you Row and Justin for a wonderful Mother's Day.
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| Enjoying his ribs! |
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| At Hurricanes with Kau-Kau |
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| Ice cream and hot chocolate sauce with a sparkler |
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| Mommy also got an ice cream and hot chocolate sauce |
Justin must have loved the sparkling dessert and everyone singing happy birthday to him :-) Just love his smiles!
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