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I’m so undecided about how to celebrate Hooper’s birthday. I’m not sure whether to do a friends party and a family party or just a family party. I had the same debate last year and we opted to have a very small family gathering. There’s not a lot of time to schedule two parties as Thanksgiving is just after his birthday and combining friends with family makes for a bigger celebration than our little home could handle. So the debate continues…
What I’m not debating is what to get him for his birthday. We’re not generally into the filling the toy chest game, but there are a few things he’s shown interest in and a few things I like for him. Above are some things we’re contemplating buying the little guy for his big day. The teepee is at the top of my list… seriously, how cool is that thing?
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Mark the guitar as taken. I’m getting it for him. When he’s a famous rock star, he better give his Aunt backstage passes to his shows.
I would say, as far as your debate goes, you could always have a party at a nearby park with play area…. picnic style. I’ve done that the past 2 years, and I feel it’s easier unlimited space, and your not cleaning the house for hours after everyone leaves. Plus the kids stay occupied all day. Good luck!
Thumbs up on the teepee!! We have a collection of cheap “indoor” tents that always delight. In the summer we get out our big camping tent, set it up in the back yard and “camp out” all weekend. Even a sheet thrown over the top of the dining room table can provide hours of fun.
We had a teepee growing up (my mom’s best friend made it for us). My mom kept it and my son LOVES playing in it. And it is fun that it can so easily be set up either in the house or outside.
Oo exciting! I made theo a tipi for his first birthday, and it’s still going strong today, he loves it! I also set up a little etsy shop selling them to make to order. but wherever you get onefrom they are definitely worth investing in as they get so much use and look great!
Oh yours is lovely! Thanks for the link! I may go with a local maker to save on shipping, but we’ll see. My husband says no teepee for the time being. Apparently we have to “watch our spending”. He’s no fun.
I don’t know if you already saw this or not but zulily.com has the radio flyer scooters right now for $29.99! Saw it this morning and thought of this post.
Mark the guitar as taken. I’m getting it for him. When he’s a famous rock star, he better give his Aunt backstage passes to his shows.
I would say, as far as your debate goes, you could always have a party at a nearby park with play area…. picnic style. I’ve done that the past 2 years, and I feel it’s easier unlimited space, and your not cleaning the house for hours after everyone leaves. Plus the kids stay occupied all day. Good luck!
I think we are going to go with the park idea. I’m so behind… I really gotta get my shit together!
Thumbs up on the teepee!! We have a collection of cheap “indoor” tents that always delight. In the summer we get out our big camping tent, set it up in the back yard and “camp out” all weekend. Even a sheet thrown over the top of the dining room table can provide hours of fun.
I love me a teepee! We’re planning on getting our Son one for christmas 🙂 Can’t wait!
We had a teepee growing up (my mom’s best friend made it for us). My mom kept it and my son LOVES playing in it. And it is fun that it can so easily be set up either in the house or outside.
There’s nothing like building and playing in forts or teepees. Such great memories!
Oo exciting! I made theo a tipi for his first birthday, and it’s still going strong today, he loves it! I also set up a little etsy shop selling them to make to order. but wherever you get onefrom they are definitely worth investing in as they get so much use and look great!
http://www.etsy.com/shop/PeachPearPlumTipis
Oh yours is lovely! Thanks for the link! I may go with a local maker to save on shipping, but we’ll see. My husband says no teepee for the time being. Apparently we have to “watch our spending”. He’s no fun.
Love the plates, I got a super rad Teepee from dobbinanddrumtoys the red waratah racing I love love it.
http://dobbinanddrumtoys.com/toys/tents-and-teepees/printed-teepee/
Those are awesome! Thanks for the link!
I don’t know if you already saw this or not but zulily.com has the radio flyer scooters right now for $29.99! Saw it this morning and thought of this post.
Awesome! Didn’t see that, but will definitely check that out!