Saturday, March 26, 2011

Havyn Turns 5

Yes....it is true, my baby turned 5 today! It is hard to believe that next year she will be in full-day kindergarten. I have loved having her all to myself during school hours - she is such a fun little lady! Havyn loves everything girly but is also, at times, somewhat of a tomboy. She loves sports and is very competitive. She is stubborn and independent. She has so much personality and spunk....she keeps us laughing! We love you Havyn!

Our lives are so busy right now and I really tried to get out of having a party but Havyn was insistent! So...since she is the boss, I obeyed and planned a party. I decided to have the party at a place in the mall that is full of bounce houses. It was the perfect place to let the kids loose without having to plan all the little party games. We invited her little friends from preschool and her friend Lucy. This was her first real birthday party, with friends. We have always just done small family parties. I think they had a great time and burned lots of energy in the process.

Havyn loves everything girly and was so excited to pick out the prettiest princess cake she could find. This year she only asked for two things....a new bike and an American girl doll. We got her a new bike, a Madame Alexander doll (what she calls American girl dolls at a much better price!!!) with a few different outfits and a dress (she would wear dresses everyday if I allowed her).

Waiting for friends to arrive - had the place all to ourselves for a while
Ezra, Havyn, Lucy and Kya inside one of the bouncy houses
Maia, Havyn and Brooke
Most of the crew getting ready for cake and presents
Lucy explaining her gifts to Havyn
Light-up princess cake
Love the excitement on her face....
Blowing candles
Her new doll
...and bike.
Being a little crazy after the party


5 comments:

Halls Huddle said...

What a little cutie! Happy Birthday, Havyn! We love you.

Bodell said...

That place looks like so much fun!And the cake looks so good. Happy birthday. :)

Kao said...

Happy Birthday Havyn! I can't believe she's already 5! I remember her as an18 month old potty trained. She's such a cute girl! I loved the photo with Kya and Ezra. Love the names :)

Kimberli said...

Happy Birthday to Havyn! What a cute girl! And I'm with you on the Madame Alexander dolls... they are a great substitute. Thanks for letting us come to the party. We had a ball! Afterwards we met Geo's fam for lunch and Austin was falling asleep while sitting up. Ha! Good nap day for him.

We're sure gonna miss you guys!

Erin said...

Fun, fun party, and such a cute little princess. Too bad we missed it, only by a week. Maybe next year. Love you.