rocket ships and princesses

Because our family lives out of town, we have one combined birthday party for Brett and Lydia.  Or maybe I should say, two parties at the same time, since they had very different ideas for a theme this year!  When they got up in the morning, I had our bar stools decorated - one as a "throne" and the other as a rocket ship.  The special chairs were a big hit!

We had crafts and games related to both themes and decorated the formal living room very "princess" and the informal living room "space". 

Cake for Brett; brownie pops for Lydia!

When I asked Brett what his favorite part of the party was, he told me "eating".

Lydia was actually a little overwhelmed by all the excitement.  She had picked out a special "princess dress" but then refused to wear it, and she was unusually quiet during the party.  She did tell me that she enjoyed making the crowns, though.

Brett with his new guitar.

Silly Daddy

The Princess feeling much more like herself as the party was winding down.

This party was "out of this world" for Brett!

(I love motherhood.)