Ashlyn's 5th Birthday Party

    Yesterday, was Ashyln's big 5th birthday party.  She went to a birthday party last spring at a trampoline place.  She loved it and immediately asked us if she could have her birthday there.  We of course said yes.  She has been so excited for her party for weeks.  She even got to invite some of her classmates from school.  Her two closest friends from school were able to make it.  She had a great turnout.  The trampoline place has a private party place in the upstairs that was perfect.  There were trampolines, balance beams, a foam pit, and lots of other gymnastics things.  It was so convenient to have her party there since we didn't have to clean or decorate.  We only had to worry about the cake, favors, and drinks.  The kids had a wonderful time running around and exploring.  Dawson and Ella even had a blast.  I got the most enjoyment from the look of happiness that was on Ashlyn's face the entire time.  The kids got to play for an hour, and then they had cake and ice cream.  Ashlyn ended the party by opening her presents.  I definitely think a great time was had by all.  In the car, Ashlyn said that it was the best moment of her life.  That is definitely a success in my book! Next year's birthday will be hard to top. 





Ashlyn also had an Ariel party when she was two.  She said she wanted another one this year.  She also insisted that she wanted me to make the cake again like I have every year.  Since I made her cake for her first Ariel party, I knew it wouldn't be hard.  My sister got the great idea of buying a plain, frosted cake from Costco that we could decorate.  Costco cake is amazing and it was a cinch for us to decorate.  Ashlyn even helped and she was very happy with her cake. 



The birthday girl.  I have always thought Ashlyn looks so much like Joey.  My brother commented the other day that he thinks she is starting to look like me as a girl.  I can definitely see myself in her in this picture. 

Birthday princess

Sweet Ella bouncing. 

The girls jumping

The foam pit was a hit

Ashlyn had to do some flips

Caitlyn swinging on the rope

Dawson

He wasn't feeling well, but still had a great time

Crawling on the balance beam

Flying

Upside down boy

Enjoying some drinks

Lighting the candles

So happy

This was when everyone was singing Happy Birthday.  I will never forget the smile she got on her face at her first birthday when everyone sang to her.  She told me tonight that this was her favorite part.  She hasn't changed one bit!

Blowing out the candles

Waiting on cake

Fun with friends

Eating cake

Dawson and Ella enjoying their cake

She got some great gifts

Ashlyn and her friends from school

Upside down girl