I suck at party planning

I admit.  I am no good at party planning.  Although I somewhat enjoy it, I lack the creativity and time that allows for hand-made tissue paper flowers, name banners,  and a dedicated candy table.  I barely have enough energy to put together a general theme...and forget about matching goodie bags.  The thought of party planning to this extent gives me anxiety and also a sense of bewilderment and awe for those of you that do this.

I gave Camdyn two options for her 5th birthday party.  1) A camp out party at the house where we would light the fire pit, roast marshmallows and set up tents in the back yard to play in.  2) A horse party at a local ranch. 

She chose the horse party.  Hallelujah!  Although, it's going to be more expensive, I am not going to have to clean my house, I'm not going to have to attempt party themed decor, or brainstorm activities for the kids.  In fact, I get to let the ranch handle all of that...well, technically, I am paying them to handle all of that. So, I will show up with my kid, a cake, and some drinks, and we'll have ourselves a party!

Looky what Colleen from Shibley Smiles created for me!  I was so excited when I saw this.  Mind you, she did this in just a few hours, totally off the cuff.  I procrastinated, lost track of time, and then realized I had to get these in the children's hands before I left for Vegas...ugh, which totally reminds me that I still have a ton of photos to edit & share.  So, on Tuesday night I emailed her the deets and on Wednesday morning I printed these on 8x11 cardstock (easy breezy) and had these in the kids' folders by Wednesday afternoon. 


She's helluva talented and bailed me out of a serious invitation jam.  We've gotten quite a few compliments on them.  Thanks, Colleen!  I lovey me bloggy friends!

The Hubs and I have been debating whether or not we want to bring Chloe to the party.  It may be easier to leave her at home with a sitter so that I can take photos and so that he can watch, relax, socialize, help, and enjoy the party too.  Last night I asked Camdyn if it would be okay if we left sister at home with a sitter.  Her response,

"Yes, of course.  Wait.  Chloe LOVES Nay-Nays.  Chloe needs to come to my party.  Plus, she's my baby sister.  I need baby sister at my party." 

Heart - Melt.  Chloe's going to the party too.

Happy Monday!