Big Birthday Bash

Sunday, June 28th, started out EARLY for our family. By 7:30 Morgan was up and outside. Thankfully my mom was right behind her and was the first to hear Morgan's reaction to the swing set. It went a little something like this: (imagine complete and utter wonder in this voice) "Ooohhh, a TREEHOUSE!"








Well, her treehouse is really a swing set, but that's merely a technicality. Mom sent her back inside to get her Papa, and the swinging immediately commenced. While I ran around doing last minute party things, Morgan stayed outside getting acquainted with the swings.






The party started a little early, which was just fine with everyone. We managed to get through the afternoon with only one shower, lasting about 5 minutes or so. The day was overcast and rather gloomy, but we were partying hard and frankly I am glad it was overcast and breezy. Last year we all just about sweat to death!





Can you tell that Morgan likes, no LOVES, to swing?



Alison, Morgan, Lydia, James, Brady, Julia (absent from the picture are Gianna, Shay, Ethan, and Amy T.)

Morgan had 9 friends who came with parents in tow to celebrate her big day. Overall we had about 45 people. It was super fun, exhausting, and simply the best way to celebrate another big milestone.

I thought the folks at Sams Club did a superb job on her cake this year! We had lots of food, but I didn't have to cook a thing. Thanks to my Aunt Dawn, all of the food left over from Joe's graduation was sent south and we fed the army on the $1.25 I spent on potato chips, some dishes supplied by Aunt Linda and James' mom Lori, and the free food.

Morgan is so blessed to have so many people in her life that care so much for her. Everyone at the party has a special place in Morgan's life (and heart) and she still hasn't stopped talking about her party!