Aubrey's Birthday Fair!

We celebrated Aubrey's 3rd birthday today. How can she be 3? A few months back, I asked her what kind of party she wanted to have. She thought for a second and then exclaimed "a stick party." I kind of blew it off, considering she often throws out ridiculous answers just to be silly. For instance, when asked what she would like for lunch, she sometimes laughs and says "trees and rocks." So, I asked her a few more times over the following weeks. The answer was always the same... "a stick party mommy." So, I thought and thought about how I could make this work. What is a stick party anyway? She said "we play with sticks, we eat sticks." Hmmm. And then the lightbulb... food on a stick. We will have a down home fair!

We had a great evening with friends (although we missed having family come). Our friend Jeny and her daughter Avery even came to town from Virginia (gotta love free flying when your husband is an airline pilot). I would never have been prepared without her help!!! Thanks Jeny. The kids seemed to love the bean bag toss, pin the nose on the clown, corndogs and of course, cupcakes on a stick! Thank you to everyone for helping Aubrey celebrate her big day.

She was worn out tonight and very grateful for her special day. Her words... "mommy, I had too much birthday!" (which means she loved every minute of it).

My invaluable helper, Jeny.

Jack and Amy

The birthday girl in her special shirt... a little overwhelmed at first.

The McHorse clan checking out the games.

Avery waiting for her grub.

Classic fair food.

Henry enjoyed some love from Mia.

The party was hoppin'.

So excited for cake.

The cupcake pops were a hit too! (Of course, mine aren't nearly as cute as Bakerella's)

Thanks for helping Beth and Mia.

Sweet Caroline.

Alivia and her daddy.  Look at him eying her pop!

A VERY happy girl and and very tired mama.