Platt's Birthday- Part I

Here we go....I hope you enjoy reading about our life as much as we enjoy living it!

I decided to start blogging after reading a few friend's and family member's blogs and decided this would be a much easier way for me to document our daily lives not only for us, but for you. I'm going to back track a bit and start in February and Platt's second birthday. I've procrastinated long enough and finally have taken a nap time to sit down and type! Enjoy!

To start off the month of February we took Platt to see Sesame Street Live! He is an Elmo fanatic. MaGa Peg, Nana, Papa and our family of three enjoyed the show and lunch at Carlos O'Kelly's for a pre-birthday celebration.

Platt wasn't quite sure of the wooden Sesame Street characters, but Bert and Ernie must have said something funny because he was laughing when he pushed their button.

Platt enjoyed the show. Here he is dancing to the music! I think we watched Platt more than we did the actual show. Watching your child laugh, smile, clap and enjoy life is one of the most fulfilling things as a parent.

Happy Valentine's Day! Platt loves "Nmm, nmm's" (M & Ms), Elmo, and Harper!

Susan Treft of Susan's Portrait Designs took Harper (3 years) and Platt's pics for Valentine's Day. Jessica and I figured this would be the last year they would kiss each other for the camera. Harper and Platt are the best of buds! You can view more on my Facebook page.

Birthday Mode

We were four days away from Platt's party and he starts running a temperature and throwing up. Panic mode set in for this OCD, has to have everything just so momma. We didn't have time to have a sick little man. So, I took the day off to stay home with him and off to the doctor we went. Well, as we are sitting at home it begins to snow, snow, snow. School is called off at noon and called off for the next day too! Woohoo! Although, the snow was gorgeous and everyone else was enjoying it I was determined to get Platt back to feeling better before his party. School was cancelled on Friday which turned out to be a blessing. I got the house clean and Platt back to normal. I started worrying that people wouldn't come to the party because of the bad roads, but they were clear! Yay! Party on!

My life long friend, Chelsey, and her daughter Harper (1 year) came up Friday night and stayed the weekend. Platt loved playing with his new friend "Barper" or "Baby" as he called her. I put Chelsey straight to work helping me with all the finishing touches.

Most people were able to make the trip for Platt's party. I love to decorate so I tend to go overboard. I like to think it is all for Platt, but it might be partially for me too...haha! I have to do it now because when he is 10 he will look at me like, "Seriously, Mom....." Below are pics from the day...I am my mother's child when it comes to pictures. I feel you must capture the moment because all you have of the past are pictures and memories.

This party is brought to you by the letter P and the number 2

"Ta, da!"

 

I had my mind set that Platt would have "Platt Street" sign for his birthday party. Here is the completed sign that I invisioned in my head. Thank goodness for a Cricut, creativness and friends and family who can use a nail gun and a drill! My friend Brandi helped me figure out the details of what to use at Lowe's to actually create it...it is nice having friends who think just like you.

 

 

I borrowed a Cricut from a friend and got Cricut CRAZY... I now own a Cricut (a paper cutting machine). That machine is amazing. If you are any sorts of crafty person you NEED one! When Platt saw the decorations he squealed with excitement with Elmo all around his house.

Presents and cupcakes! "Happy Birthday dear, Platt!" May all your dreams and wishes come true!

Platt and Miller enjoying a new birthday toy! Miller and Platt are only 5 1/2 weeks apart! Platt's friend Harper (3 years) got him a real live Dorothy (Elmo's fish) for his birthday. Platt thinks it is funny when "Dodo" eats and poops.

My life long friend, Chelsey, and her daughter Harper. Thanks for all your help!

 

The Great Grandparent's with the greatest grandchildren, Platt and Natalie! Platt loves his "Nat-lee!"

Thanks for helping Platt celebrate being 2!

I make myself crazy the month, weeks and days before big events trying to plan and make sure everything is perfect. I think I live off the stress that I endure, but I enjoy it. It is so worth it when I see Platt's face light up with pure excitement and joy. I always think back to my own childhood and how special my parents made it for me. I hope I can do the same for Platt.

Enjoy the ride!

I got the inspiration for our blog title/theme from our friend, Paul Bogart's song "Enjoy the Ride." Check it out at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nO0y4tVhzb8

www.paulbogart.com