Jocelyn's 4th Birthday Party!

On January 8th we celebrated Jocelyn's 4th birthday!

This year, Jocelyn wanted to have a dress-up party for her birthday. She was diligent and her desire was unchanging over many months, so I moved forward with the party plans. Her birthday was on a Sunday, so we got to celebrate with her friends and family on her actual birthday!

The party was WONDERFUL! Jocelyn picked out a Belle dress and she was truly the "Belle" of the ball. She looked like a real Princess! She was so excited for her party and to see all of her friends come all dressed up.

As her friends arrived, all the little girls (and one little boy)gathered together. They looked like a beautiful splash of every color of the rainbow. They were all excited and ready to party!

I created several different dress-up stations. One was for hair, where they got to pick out a colorful hair extension to pin in their hair. The next was Make-up, where they applied eyeshadow and lip gloss. Then there was a variety of jewlery available to chose from: Earrings, braceletes, rings, and necklaces. The last station was for their nails. Each girl was able to chose two different colors and paint their nails. All of their "goodies" could then be stored in their very own purse goody bag.

After getting all dolled up, the kids had a little bit of time to eat before it was time to read some stories, play some games, and do some movement exercises with Jocelyn's favorite Librarian, Miss Dolores. Miss Dolores really did a wonderful job. All of the children were actively engaged, interested and having a "ball" the entire time Miss Dolores entertained them!

Afterwards, it was Jocelyn's big moment! Cake time! The kids gathered around and everyone in attendance sang "Happy Birthday" to Jocelyn. Cake and ice cream was passed out, the kids got their sugar high, and then Jocelyn began opening presents! Jocelyn received so many nice gifts from everyone! It was like Christmas all over again. Jocelyn truly love each and every gift.

After this, the party concluded. The kids all seemed to be nice and ready to get home and take a long nap after so many festivities!

Birthday party #4...SUCCESS! Jocelyn even thanked me without being prompted. Now that will make any mother's heart melt and make all the stress of planning worth every second!

Happy 4th Birthday J-Bear!!! We love you!!!