Party Time

What a full weekend I had. I am dragging this Monday morning but it was worth it.

First of all, I got to babysit my sweet grandbaby on Saturday afternoon while her parents got ready for the party. What fun we had. We went outside and looked around. We took a little nap and then we played. Then her mommy and daddy came to get her and, along with her uncle Tom, we all went out for a great dinner. Everyone was in good spirits and we had a wonderful time.

Sunday was a busy day. I had to go to the grocery store alone. That was strange. I don't usually do that. Usually it's a family affair. I did miss my girls while I was there but Missy called and we chatted. Yes, I was one of those ladies going through the grocery store with a phone to her ear.

I went over to help the kids get ready for the party. (They called. I wouldn't have gone over if they hadn't. I'm not THAT kind of a mother.) I watched the baby while they did some last minute cleaning. Then Kathy came over and we filled up the balloons while Tom and Patti did the crepe paper. It was lots of fun. Before we knew it the house was filling up. I can't believe how many people came. There were kids running every. It was perfect. Of course, there were a few tantrums here or there but overall the kids were really good. She had no idea what was going on. She just kept walking around.

Tom and Patti got her the neatest piano. It's a prefect little minature red piano. It is just darling. Lots of clothes and books. At this age, they have no idea about getting things. She was not interested at all in opening presents. She was more interested in all the big kids running around.

The party was supposed to be from 3-5. I think the last family left around 9:00. That is the sign of a successful party. Missy and Terry worked so hard on everything and it showed. Their house looked great and the decorations were perfect.

Tom, Patti, Marissa, Aaron, Missy, Terry and I sat around after everyone left just relaxing. It was wonderful sitting back and just visitng for a little while. Before we knew it, it was after 10:30. I finally got home a little after 11. Exhausted but happy. I do have to admit that it was hard to get up and get going this morning but it was well worth it.

Serif had a first birthday that will be remembered by family and in pictures for years to come. It was a perect way to celebrate her first year.