Wordful Wednesday
One of the milestones in every family is the first birthday of a new baby. As Mekhi's birthday approached I asked my friends with children how they celebrated this milestone. The answers varied from a full party for thirty to small intimate gatherings. I also read articles on several parenting sites for suggestions. From the "professional" perspective you should double a child's age and invite that number of children to the party.
I was caught somewhere in the middle. I wanted to honor this day-my husband and I made it through the first year and a celebration was called for. I also recognized that spending a great deal of money on something my son would not remember was not the most practical thing to do. I settled on a very small party - attend by my mother, husband and Mekhi.
And I planned as if a cast of thousands would attend - okay, I am exaggerating butI did run around buying party goods and gifts. And the day was wonderful. The evidence is right here.
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I was caught somewhere in the middle. I wanted to honor this day-my husband and I made it through the first year and a celebration was called for. I also recognized that spending a great deal of money on something my son would not remember was not the most practical thing to do. I settled on a very small party - attend by my mother, husband and Mekhi.
And I planned as if a cast of thousands would attend - okay, I am exaggerating butI did run around buying party goods and gifts. And the day was wonderful. The evidence is right here.
*******************************************************************************************Today is a special day! I am a contributing writer for a new community The Posh Parent. Every Wednesday I write "Haute Wednesday" highlighting posh clothing for your little one. Pop over there and see some great clothes for boys this week. And join us - you are sure to have fun!
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I'll go check it out; if YOU'RE there, it's gotta be happenin"!
I agree that a small intimate party is best at this age. They get overwhelmed with big ta do's and stress is not what they need on their special day. What a cute little outfit he's wearing. I'm glad it was special and your mom could be there.
CONGRATS :)
And I am going over to Posh Parent NOW! Cute boy clothes are ALWAYS so hard to find!
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And that was the perfect party you threw--just the three of you. What matters is not how many people were there or how much you spent, just that he was with people who love him!
Have a great day!
jyl
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I totally agree, and glad I found someone that shares the same ideas that I have about birthdays. We did something small for ours to this year, because honestly we just couldn't afford much more. Sounds like his day was perfect!
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Congrats on your new writing gig too. Awesome news!
Congrats on the contributing writer gig, they are lucky to have you!
And I love seeing your bootie cakes as I drop by. Diaperly Divine!
Happy Birthday to adorable Mekhi!
And I think on the 1st b-day, you could and should invite more than 2!
He's sweet.
I think you did a great job with the party. I've never been much of a "let's invite the world and spend all our money on a party" person. I think birthdays are meant to be celebrated by those who are most involved in your life, those who appreciate your growth and development. We live in a place where every Spendy McSpenderson has some over-the-top party that simply can't be beat and my son has actually started to decline those invitations...on his own! "Mom, they don't even seem to like any of their presents or have time to talk to anyone there."
Family, when they're around, is best. Otherwise, a couple of close friends, love, and a little cake is all you need.
Da Goddess
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