Ben's Birthday was actually June 20, but our summer has been so busy that we've been unable to have a birthday party for him. Since we had a pretty big combined birthday for Ben & Will last year - we did something smaller this year. Ben invited 3 friends and we went bowling, went to McDonald's and then home for a sleep-over.
Our theme this year: Super Mario Bros
Here's Ben's invite (I took out personal information : )
And what party doesn't have goody bags, right?
Inside each goody bag: a Super Mario Bros water jug, 1 pkg of Super Mario Bros gummies, a thank you card from Ben, and the costume for the evening: a red or green shirt; and either a Luigi hat or Mario Hat (made by ME : ) with a moustache. I ordered the hats from Oriental Trading and got felt from Hobby Lobby to make the white circles, the "L" or "M" and the moustache. Super easy and the kids loved it.
The costumes were a BIG hit! The boys loved them!
left to right (Caleb, Chris, Ben, Andy, and Will).
One of Ben's friends couldn't make it, so he had two friends from school.
Having the colored shirts also made it easier to keep up with the boys and spot them at the bowling alley. Although they were all very good - it was great to be able to look and see green and red shirts : )
My sweet 8 yr old BIRTHDAY boy, relaxing : )
Will, stopping to smile, while waiting for the games to begin
(Chris & Caleb in the background : )!
My awsesome babysitter (and friend), Jamie, explaining to the boys about bowling. I love her and am so thankful for her and all she does for our family!
Jamie, demonstrating to Ben, the proper technique : )
A little fuzzy but .... Ben, Caleb, Chris & Will (moustaches ended up on their shirts. too cute!)
Ben with his souvenoir bowling pin that all the boys (and girls) signed.
Sweet Andy sporting Jamie's shades : )
Jenna and Andy.
Jenna came along to take care of Andy. They stayed in the arcade most of the time and had a great time. So thankful Jenna was there. I was able to be with Ben and the boys and not stress about Andy.
Me and my boys
(Ben, Andy and Will)
It took a lot to just get this. It's hard to shoot a moving target : )
After bowling, we had a little arcade fun.
(Caleb, Chris & Ben)
Ben on the motorcycle game (he looks very intent, doesn't he?)
Andy on the motorcycle game
(I looked over and he was playing this on his knees. SO cute!)
After bowling and the arcade we went to McDonald's for dinner and to let the boys play. It was a great way to let them run around and exert some more of that energy all young boys are full of : )
Ben's sovernoir bowling pin and the Mario & Luigi hats I made. I am very proud of them.
I think they turned out pretty cute.
This morning - the boys are up early, playing Wii and enjoying their time together. Only Chris ended up spending the night. Caleb had a family committment today - so his mom picked him up late last night. All in all - it was a great birthday celebration. Everyone had fun and really enjoyed themselves.
Breakfast time for the boys. David made eggs, sausage, biscuits, and English Tea (a normal breakfast for the weekend).
Ben, Chris, Will & Andy : )
Happy 8th Birthday, my Dear, Sweet Ben! I love you!
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