So here I am knee deep in cupcakes and Mickey Mouse decor. I don't really understand why I make such a big deal about the kids birthday parties. Probably because I never really got one of those well executed invite everyone you know parties. You know, the kind with a theme and a location. One where the invites match the plates and napkins. I mean we had cake, and maybe someone over, but birthdays were never really a big ol' deal with my family. And you know what, it sucked. So each year I go insane about 4 weeks before each child's big day.
I have learned the secret to a good party. You need to have people there. My mom never quite got this. I am surprised she remembered what day it was. There were a few time she didn't so I am just sayin....Now, I don't hate my mom. She was no Martha Stewart for sure, but she had her strengths. Our house was clean, I mean hospital clean 24 hours a day. She scrubbed and washed from morning till midnight. She folded and ironed and when she had an extra minute she helped my dad out at the church doing the same. It makes me tired to think about it. So really when did she have time for party planning?
I guess I am living vicariously through my kids. I love birthday parties. I love buying the decorations, the cake, the presents, and most of all the excitement I see on their little faces when they realize its all for them. I sound so sentimental right now I might just gag, but its true. Underneath this no nonsense exterior is a little girl who just wants her own day. Remember Veruca from the Willy Wonka movie? A sweet little girl who wants a party or she might scream in your face. That's me.
I am consciously spoiling my kids and I know it. One day all this attention and overindulgence might come back and bite me in the butt, but I don't care. I like cake. And the kids, they are important too. I just hope they have good memories. Memories of me yelling at them to smile or wait until I have just the perfect shot before they blow out the candles. I am sure they will think I am a bit crazy and that's ok. One day they will lose their minds over their kids parties and I will give them that "I told you so" look with a smile on my face. Then I will leave and not help them clean up.
1 comment:
I really don't think you're spoiling your kids by giving them a nice party. I think it's sweet and somewhat sacrificial on your part. These parties don't just happen, ya know!! Enjoy the fun time with your family :-)
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