Mountain Mom{me}: Two Times the Party Fun

Since Jude and Abby's birthdays are only 13 days apart, I decided to have a combo birthday party. Much easier to do two at one time then separate. Since Abby adores her little brother, she thought the idea was fun. (When they are turning 16 and 10, she will probably have a different opinion.) Anyway, Abby was adament about wanting Hello Kitty for her birthday theme. So I decided to pair a cute little puppy party with Hello Kitty. I mean, it is only a matter of time before they are fighting like cats and dogs:)

Abby was so tickled that Nana, Stephanie, Tommy, and Caleb could attend her party. Although it is too far for all of our family from Kentucky and Illinois to come, we were thankful that some could attend. We also had some friends from church, Scotty and Christy, and their four boys came. (Trey, Kole, Seth, and Jake) Some other friends that we met through Abby's clogging also came to the party, Kara and her mom Marta. It was a beautiful day, especially in the mountains. The kids took full advantage of the indoor pool. Although living in a condo has some disadvantages, one pro is we have an indoor pool and a clubhouse that was great for the party. Here are some pictures of our festive Saturday of partying!!

I have never had this a party before but thought it would be cute. I had a picture of Jude from each month of his first year and a picture of Abby from each birthday party. Abby really enjoyed looking at how much she had grown:)

Abby and Micah filling up their candy bags. Instead of favors, I had a small "candy bar". The kids got to fill up their bags with all kinds of goodies.

A true girl...her reaction to jewelry and shoes.

Yum, the icing is good....

....and so is the cake!!

I was pretty impressed with Jude's eating abilities. He had a view crumbs on the belly and mouth, but didn't have anything in his hair.

Jude really enjoyed opening his presents.

He loved his presents so much, this was his reaction when I took one away so he could open another one:)

Yeah, new present!!

And take it away!!

His new ride!! A toy that can be pushed now but turns into a tricycle later!

Abby and Kara all ready to swim!! Yes, this is the mountains and they are outside. Although we missed school Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday for snow, Saturday was beautiful!