Wednesday, February 22, 2012

the boy turns 4.

the boy turns 4 today. to celebrate we had his first official birthday party.
this boy is a little of every color. so a colorful birthday seemed just right.

a painting party is what we had. haven't heard of one? us either. 
we made it up as we planned. painted canvas. the boys own creation. painted ice cream with food coloring. silly string and pin the paint on the pallet. finger paint favors.
a big hug and kiss followed the words "thanks mom for my party!"

at age 4 Athen loves:
+ to play sports; especially football and soccer                                        +  to write "podums" - poems
+ going to sporting events with dad                                                         + preschool
+ Iron Man                                                                                                 + spell and write his name
+ Book of Mormon Stories                                                                         + shredded wheat cereal
+ the color green                                                                                       + playdoh
+ bike rides                                                                                                 + tormenting Molly
+ primary

5 comments:

Chelsea said...

You are the best party planner. I'm so glad Michael has a friend with such a talented mother!! He loves your house, and loved the party

Taft and Shauna Dorman said...

Looks like a fun party. It is nice to see him with a big smile on his face. Happy Birthday Athen.

Jenkins Family said...

He is so big and handsome! I love the updates.

ericksonzone said...

You did it! What a great idea! I'm sure all of your little attendees loved painting. How fun!

Keep Home Simple said...

I can't believe our once 2 month olds (when we both moved here) are now 4!!! Yikes, time flies! Happy birthday Athen! Haley, your party for him looked like it rocked! So fun!