This year we decided to let our kids plan a friends birthday party. Merrik decided he just wanted to "have a few friends over & play games". So that's exactly what we did!
The night began w/ outside tag while everyone was arriving. And then a scavenger hunt!
And for the record, this photo below has got to be one of the most genuine smiles I've ever captured on Merrik!!! I just love it! He was so happy & excited to have some of his school, church, neighborhood & bus buddies over to our home.
Once the kids were full of fresh air & had expended lots of energy, we brought them in for pizza.
And of course Merrik had to show his two good buddies his "art gallery" bedroom.
Then it was back outside for The Shark Pinata!
Merrik started it off & then spun each & every party guest as they took their turn.
M's good buddy Tucker attempts a good whack! "Good form, Tucker."
Finally, with Jonah's strong arm saved for last, the shark gives way to candy, stencils, glow sticks & other fun prizes inside. It was a frenzy!
After the kids gathered their prizes into their goody bags & enjoyed a little more fresh air, they retreated back into the house for one last game of, what else, Pin the Tail on the Donkey ... with the birthday boy in the lead.
(The party finished off w/ cake & presents but for the life of me, I cannot figure out where those photos are!)
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