Bode's B*tch'in B-Day Bash

No, you didn't miss Bode's birthday in case you are worried.  Since his big day falls right around Thanksgiving, we typically have a birthday party two weeks prior in order to get maximum kid-participation.  This year was no different, and it certainly won't surprise us if Variety magazine calls it the party of the century.  We scheduled the party from 4 - 6:30 with the hope it would not conflict with the Auburn-Georgia game.  Sadly, the game started at 1:30.  We did all the party prep early Saturday morning, and then watched the first half of the game.  Joey could barely contain his excitement, while Ashley fretted because Georgia quickly went up 7-0.

Auburn started slow, but fortunately, they were able to rebound and were up 16-7 at half-time, which was right about the time the Game Truck showed up.

The game truck is exactly what it sounds--a big trailer with all sorts of TV screens, comfy chairs, and every possible gaming console you could want.  We herded the kiddos down to the trailer, and the games began.  A popular game with the ladies was Just Dance...

while the boys played all sorts of different adventures.

David was kind enough to bring Teddy and Charlie down for the party.  Ashley and Dave spent most of the party shuttling kids to-and-fro the bathroom, but also tracking the Auburn-Georgia progress on their phones.  I'm happy to report that Auburn won 40-17, which explains the huge smile on Ashley's face).

After two hours of gaming, it was time for pizza and ice cream cake.

Of course, we did have to sing to the birthday boy.

Afterwards, everyone enjoyed what was unanimously called "the best cake ever."

Tyler and Eli spent the night.  The boys spent some quality time on the Xbox and doing whatever it is boys do...

The boys have just woken up and Ashley is making pancakes, I mean, VICTORY pancakes :-)  Best.  Day.  Ever :-)  Pleasant week to all.