A Nine Year Old Party

For Carter's birthday, which is 2 weeks after Casey's birthday, I made a golden snitch cake from Harry Potter. Ever since he got his tonsils out in November, Carter has been hooked on the Harry Potter movies. The snitch seemed way easier than Hogwarts....

Carter laughing and having a good time with his presents.

My big sweet boy. Carter knows where my buttons are better than the others, but he also knows when to come and give Moma a great big Carter hug too. They are the best.

Emily throwing confetti for atmosphere...silly sister.

And here's the note that was hoped for and kinda expected. But, Carter didn't have it easy. He went on a scavenger hunt at home and then was sent to Grandma and Grandpa's house and then on to the new house!!

When he finally found his present, he was shocked to realize it was wrapped 7 times!!!!

It was fun and I think he liked his DS game, too. For his friends party, we went to nearby athletic center to play.Ems and some of Carter's friends tried the rock wall...

while he and others played around on the weight machines. The staff there was wonderful and helpful and so patient with children.

We ended up swimming for quite a while, but I left my camera in the locker in favor of playing at the party. When we were done, we headed back to grandma and grandpa's to eat walking tacos and cake and ice cream. We just couldn't have the party at our house. House #1 is full of packed boxes to the ceiling, partially packed other boxes and general disarray. House #2 has to water and no furniture. Thanks grandpa and grandma for loaning your house out for a party!

Carter wanted to light his own candles.

Happy 9th birthday buddy!! You make our lives all the better for being in it!! We love you!