Bode's Birthday Bash

Alliteration is such a good device to use when titling a post.  We recently celebrated Bode's seventh birthday.  We celebrated early because Bode's birthday is the day after Thanksgiving (and the day after Ashley's--I better go get her something).  He wanted to have a party, and we figured attendance would be minimal if we waited until this Friday (Black Friday).  Thus, on 16 November, Bode had his birthday celebration.  We did the party at the same place we did last year.  This was not our choice.  When planning the party, we threw out all sorts of suggestions--Trampoline World, Bouncy House World, etc.  We didn't even mention Aerials.  At some point, Bode says, "What about that place we did it at last year?" We sort of brushed him off, but he kept bringing it up.  Rather than forcing him to have his party at some other place, we were good parents (pushovers) and acquiesced.  Below are some action photos.  First up we have Bode, Brenna, and Rylan in the big swing.

Next we have Bode coming off of the big slide.

Here's a shot of all the kiddos getting ready to go to the next station.  I think the names of all the kids are (from left-to-right) Rylan, Levi, Daniel, Lexi, Jocelyn, Brenna, Kennedy, and Donovan.

There was a zip-line...

and lots of jumping into the big foam pit.

After 45 minutes of play-time, the kids were ready for cake and ice cream.  We, of course, had to sing.

Afterwards, the kids...and the adults...enjoyed some cupcakes and socializing.

Bode said he had a great time at his party, and we appreciate everyone that came.  Even though he had a party, complete with snacks and ice cream, Bode has informed us he expects a cake on his real birthday.  Funny how this works :-)  We are both off today (the Wednesday before Thanksgiving).  Bode doesn't have school either, so we might try to see the new penguins movie.  We probably should go to the gym and work off some calories prior to tomorrow's feast.  Pleasant day to all.