The idea came perfect with Boz's choice for a theme - cars! It got me excited, actually so I prepared everything for the big day: food, loot bags, prizes for games, invitations, etc. I had all the energy for it until I realized how exhausting hosting a party was especially when you don't have enough hands to help.
Add to that the fact that I also got busy at work with the BIG event. But since I couldn't so much as delegate, I had to squeeze in the preparations into my hectic schedule. The buying spree started as early as April, when I scouted for the Cars banner and some stickers for whatever purpose I may find for them. Then I went to get the loot bags and games. I realized how inexperienced I was in this aspect. Boz and I didn't really have much birthday parties to attend and so I practically wasn't sure if I was buying enough or less. It's during these uncertain circumstances that I get possessed by my insatiable self and before I knew it I was spending more than I should have. *blush*
The hubby and I decided to corroborate on the food preparation. So we had the following on our menu: Children's Party - spaghetti, chicken, sandwich, hotdogs and ice cream. Dinner was siomai, beef stew, fruit salad, sushi and chicken and corn soup. Too bad, we didn't have a chance to take pictures of our feast, it would have been good documentation. I'm proud to say though that my siomai was the best seller! Cheers!
We had a gloomy afternoon on the day of the 30th. And the heavens decided on a heavy downpour just right before the party started. This prompted us to have the party inside the house. A little over three, the rain stopped and visitors started coming. After a while, we had our hands full with children (mostly neighbors) all over the house, fighting over Boz toys, running around, opening doors and all. I was supposed to prepare a coloring activity to keep them busy while we were waiting for more guests, but there was just not enough time to have them photocopied, too bad. Well, anyway, we got the children to stay still by starting with the games. Everybody was required to participate so everybody got equal chances of winning prizes.
Boz got pretty hang up on opening his presents so he opened some of them even before guests could go home. Being crazy over cars, the hummers got the most attention. He also got some school supplies and a jacket from his other ninangs.
When the kids left, there were just the adult guests to entertain, a few friends, officemates and relatives feasted with us. It was a chance to catch up on each other's lives, talk about business, politics and matters of the heart. The last of the guests left at around 9. Then it was time to do the dishes and mop the floor sticky from the dripping ice cream treat. While we did that and more, Boz was busy enjoying his new toys.
Everything went well, it could have been better but it was great considering what little resources that we had. The kids were happy, the guests enjoyed the food. Since the rains deterred some of our other friends from coming, we feasted on the left-overs for another three days.
Alas it was time to turn off the lights, put Boz to sleep and call it a day. Before I closed my eyes for the day, the hubby said the most wonderful thing: "thanks for making our son happy." Hearing that was enough to take away my physical exhaustion. A woman could use a little compliment after a hard day's work and hearing that from my husband was everything I needed to end a good day. I just love mommying!
Finally, I have finished working on the pictures from Boz's third birthday. Here goes...Add to that the fact that I also got busy at work with the BIG event. But since I couldn't so much as delegate, I had to squeeze in the preparations into my hectic schedule. The buying spree started as early as April, when I scouted for the Cars banner and some stickers for whatever purpose I may find for them. Then I went to get the loot bags and games. I realized how inexperienced I was in this aspect. Boz and I didn't really have much birthday parties to attend and so I practically wasn't sure if I was buying enough or less. It's during these uncertain circumstances that I get possessed by my insatiable self and before I knew it I was spending more than I should have. *blush*
The hubby and I decided to corroborate on the food preparation. So we had the following on our menu: Children's Party - spaghetti, chicken, sandwich, hotdogs and ice cream. Dinner was siomai, beef stew, fruit salad, sushi and chicken and corn soup. Too bad, we didn't have a chance to take pictures of our feast, it would have been good documentation. I'm proud to say though that my siomai was the best seller! Cheers!
We had a gloomy afternoon on the day of the 30th. And the heavens decided on a heavy downpour just right before the party started. This prompted us to have the party inside the house. A little over three, the rain stopped and visitors started coming. After a while, we had our hands full with children (mostly neighbors) all over the house, fighting over Boz toys, running around, opening doors and all. I was supposed to prepare a coloring activity to keep them busy while we were waiting for more guests, but there was just not enough time to have them photocopied, too bad. Well, anyway, we got the children to stay still by starting with the games. Everybody was required to participate so everybody got equal chances of winning prizes.
Boz got pretty hang up on opening his presents so he opened some of them even before guests could go home. Being crazy over cars, the hummers got the most attention. He also got some school supplies and a jacket from his other ninangs.
When the kids left, there were just the adult guests to entertain, a few friends, officemates and relatives feasted with us. It was a chance to catch up on each other's lives, talk about business, politics and matters of the heart. The last of the guests left at around 9. Then it was time to do the dishes and mop the floor sticky from the dripping ice cream treat. While we did that and more, Boz was busy enjoying his new toys.
Everything went well, it could have been better but it was great considering what little resources that we had. The kids were happy, the guests enjoyed the food. Since the rains deterred some of our other friends from coming, we feasted on the left-overs for another three days.
Alas it was time to turn off the lights, put Boz to sleep and call it a day. Before I closed my eyes for the day, the hubby said the most wonderful thing: "thanks for making our son happy." Hearing that was enough to take away my physical exhaustion. A woman could use a little compliment after a hard day's work and hearing that from my husband was everything I needed to end a good day. I just love mommying!
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3 comments:
Siomai are really good as party food kids like it. The hardest part is after the party--cleaning up... Pagod talaga....
Happy Birthday Boz.....(why I can't see the pictures?)
Belated Happy Birthday to Boz. Glad that he had a nice birthday celebration despite the rain. Sadly, I waited but no pictures appeared on picturetrail. Anyway, wishing Boz more happy and exciting years ahead.
@ mm and rach - thanks for dropping by. I am reposting the pictures using rockyou. hope you can watch it this time!
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