Birthday Baby… Part 2

Flamingos, leis, grass skirts, coconut tops, a hula girl and a limbo stick!  That just about sums up the request for Bess' Birthday!  The other important request was for her luau to take place at YaYa's house by the swimming pool!  And just like that, this momma whipped together a luau to not only celebrate Bess but welcome summer too!!!

I was so thankful Bess saw a picture earlier in the year of a luau!  This theme was SO MUCH FUN!  Perfect for the June Birthday Girl! 

Choosing a Birthday Cake is a HUGE deal to our family members!  We love to think about the cake and what it will look like!  This birthday was no exception!  And I must say, this Hula Girl cake was just about the cutest thing I could have ordered!  

Hibiscus Flower Cookies completed our sweet treats for this celebration!  Delish!! 

I am not exactly sure how to describe it but there is something sentimental and bittersweet about seeing my loves blow out their birthday candles.  While I love beyond words seeing them smile and feel so loved, I hate that time is speeding past me like a freight train!  

Bess was thrilled to blow out her candles.  In true Bailey Fashion, we may or may not have forgotten to pack a candle for this birthday girl!  But who needs to blow out a candle when you can blow out a lighter!?  Oops!! 

But a happy birthday girl is all that mattered and after a "lighter blow" she certainly was! 

Bess had been so excited to see all those who were coming to celebrate with her!  Cousins, friends and even grown ups enjoyed Bess' Birthday Luau! 

Bess the Luau Lady also requested swimming!  And just as soon as we could do her Birthday Serenade, the kiddos were ready to swim! 

Since no Luau is complete without a game of Limbo, that is exactly what we did!  Thanks to a quick download from ITunes, we had the limbo bar and the Limbo song… SUCCESS!  I wouldn't exactly say the rules of the game were followed by all but it was a good way to use up even more energy that these loves had!   

 

There were moments throughout this party where I am not sure who was having more fun, the kids or the adults!  

 

And while she isn't a "grown up" she sure wants to be!!!! 

The sun set on a gorgeous day full of friends and fun!  Bess turned 5 and even though I secretly wished it wouldn't happen, I love seeing her become her own person!  

To all those who helped us celebrate this special love, we thank you!  Bess is blessed beyond measure to have so many love her!  

Bessie, until the next throw down we have for you… we hope you have had a WONDERFUL birthday!  We love you Lots and Lots!  You are one special little love and every day with you is a blessing!