Well, misters is gonna be one in a couple of months. So we've started the birthday planning process. I have called all over the place to find something to do and a place to have his party. He's a March baby, which many of you who live in Washington know is not warm enough to be outside for the whole event. Farmers Almanac averages around 47 degrees. No thanks. So park party out, Zoo party out. Ok, and I wanna be able to have him have his little baby buddies (small friends from play group, family, etc) over. But our apartment is the size of a public restroom, so our place is not an option.
I called all over to look at fun play places for him, and there are surprisingly few. YMCA has an offer, but how much fun can a one year old have when they usually do parties for kids and not babies? So, the Y is a no go. Then I found a couple blow up fun toys (massive bouncies, etc), but they are not really baby friendly either. So, those aren't gonna happen. Now, what can I do for a one year old that would be geared to a one year old?
I was doing a little web searching during his morning nap the other day and I found a great answer. Who knew they have a place for kids as little as four months? It's called The Little Gym and it's a perfect place to have friends and little ones while letting the birthday boy enjoy the festivities. And (BONUS), all I have to do is bring the boy and the cupcakes (no cake, cupcakes are simplier for small hands) and they do the rest. They even handle gift registry and invites. Nice. This birthday is gonna be a blast for Gabriel, and as stress free as possible for mommy. They grow up to fast to dwell on the little things.
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Be careful! You'll get yourself in a trap where every year has to top the last. It may not be so bad with boys, but with girls--it's a nightmare. And with more than one kid, worse.
That said, we'll be there. When it is?
Nothing definitive yet, but we're hoping for the weekend after his real birthday (28th-30th) of March. And as long as we don't have to have party like Jennifer (lots of presents for the guests and more every year), I think we'll be good. More details when I get them. Hope to see you guys there.
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