Lukas's 3rd Birthday Party

Lukas had his birthday party today, and officially turns 3 on Tuesday (December 16). Just like his first birthday party, the weather was in the 70's and we were able to leave the door open and allow the kids to play outside. Normally I would feel bad about missing out on winter, but if the dozen or so kids had all been stuck inside the house I would have still been cleaning at this hour rather than blogging. Go Texas!



We started out with a leaf pile, but it didn't stand a chance with so many kids.

But leaves aren't necessary when there are imaginary monsters to chase you.

We ordered a few pizzas...

Keira stayed in her swing for most of the party. Next year she will be running around with the other kids. Wow.

Charlotte and Katharine after raiding Iria's closet.

Between the afternoon light and wind, Lukas was sporting a fiery mane.

The inside of the house was still popular- that is where the Batman and Star Wars action figures were. I let the kids pick out some old Star Wars figures from Episode 1 to take home with them, and none of those 5-7 year olds wanted Jar Jar. Take that, George Lucas!

The outside of the house had a playhouse, and was a little more popular.

Kaylee on the roof of the playhouse, about to get in trouble. Nice photo-op, however.

Trinity found a lady bug and became quite popular.

Trinity's sister- Gwen the plumber... looking for more lady bugs.

Liam took this nice shot of Lukas, and about 25 more of me holding a rake.

Speaking of Liam...

Liam's brother- Lukas's buddy Aiden.

I'm not sure what Lennon is up to here, but it looks funny.

Yes, it actually felt that warm out today. Katharine put on her swimming suit and the Jamaica pretending began.

Steve and Shane fell asleep on the couch, and the football game was even an exciting one.

The race car cake (now Lukas can stop asking us about it).

Pretty much all of the kids ate their cake except for Lukas. Three year olds....

Charlotte joined in for some Jamaice fun. As for Katharine- I have no idea where she comes up with these poses.

Gwen and Kaylee. Thanks to whoever called me over to take the shot.

Nolan was giving Lennon big hugs, and he also tried to crack our oven lock and mess with my AV equipment. Maybe it is a third child thing.

Lukas and Aiden snuck upstairs and had some fun playtime just to themselves. They proceeded to fill up Lennon's crib with toys until it overflowed. Pretty impressive.

Big goodbye hugs...

and presents!

All in all, a very fun time. Thanks for coming!