So this past week/weekend was such a busy one. Lets just say the craziness all started on Wednesday at 6:30am when I had one of the worst days ever. You can read about that here: http://www.erintheirishmama.com/2013/01/worst-day-ever.html
So between the broken TV, the dead mini van and a whole lot of crazy in my house, I was ready for the weekend.
On Thursday we had to drive Joey to the train station at 6:30am so that I could keep his car to get the kids to school. Oh and Ben’s birthday festivities started after school on Thursday, so I had a few errands to run. We had a small birthday party for him with some friends on Thursday. My mom was brave (or just crazy) and came up to help out with the crew. The kids had fun playing with the toys, eating cake and ice cream and the school moms had a chance to catch up a little bit. Ben was wild and hyper but that has become the new “typical” for Ben.
Yes, I know that Thomas’ face was a little to dark but I have the worst time mixing colors for my cakes!!! But Ben didnt’ seem to notice so that’s all that matters!!!!
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The first of several birthday parties was a success. Ben was a happy camper.
Friday was Ben’s actual birthday. He woke up in a crazy, hyper mood (typical) and we celebrated with some real (not frozen) pancakes. I even added sprinkles to them for birthday pancakes! The boys were thrilled.
Birthday Pancakes
Ben opened his presents from Mom Mom McGarry before we headed off to school.
So then we squeezed everyone back into Joey’s car along with 2 dozen Thomas cupcakes for his school party (I forgot to take a picture of those – but they turned out pretty cute). My mom and I headed to Cracker Barrel for a nice breakfast and ran a few errands before heading back to pick up the boys!
Around 2pm, my van was finally ready (after a new battery, water pump, sensor and an oil change) so we all headed over to the dealership to pick it up. I will say that the new shiny new Jeep Wrangler Unlimited was looking pretty good on the lot. But I have a few more years with my mini van so I was just admiring them! I was just thankful to have my full sized mini van back. I like Joey’s BMW but it’s a bit tiny for the boys and all their stuff! Plus it’s much easier with the minivan’s self opening doors, trunk and the car seats are much higher up in the van. My back hurt trying to strap those bad boys into their seats. I honestly felt a little claustrophobic with everyone in the car at once.
After we got back home Mom Mom and Pop Pop Callaway showed up for the family birthday festivities. Once daddy came home from work it was time for dinner, cake and then presents. Yes, I did enjoy torturing Ben by making him wait until after dinner and cake for his presents!!! Mwahaha (that’s my evil mom laugh). Mom Mom Callaway made a delicious giant cupcake cake and Ben blew out all five candles in one quick breath!!! Gosh this kid is so shy even in front of his parents and grandparents!
We had a great night celebrating with all of the grandparents!!
Saturday morning was time for mommy and daddy to get out and celebrate with some great friends. We headed off to the Asbury Park Beer Festival while Mom Mom and Pop Pop Callaway watched our crazy boys. It was a great time with some awesome brews. It was a little sad seeing the boardwalk and beaches destroyed from Hurricane Sandy but I hope that they can get it rebuilt for the summer. I have never been down to Asbury Park and Belmar and would love to take the kids there this summer for some day trips. So I am praying that they get the funding to Restore the Shore!
We followed it up with a delicious dinner at Pete & Elda’s for some awesome pizza. We all had a great time and I can’t wait to get together again. Thanks again to Steve, Allison, Mike and Caralyn for a wonderful day. Joey and I are looking forward to getting together for our next event (even if it is a stupid movie trilogy – haha).
Even though the week started off pretty crappy, we did end up finishing it up on a high note! Now if only the Superbowl was this weekend I’d be a little happier! Thanks again to everyone for helping us celebrate Ben’s fifth birthday. It was a wonderful week with friends, family, birthdays and beer!!!! Two parties down, one to go!!
PS. We woke up this morning to Joey’s car not working properly! Seriously? I thought our string of bad luck was over? Anyone want to donate to a new car or $50k? Whichever you prefer or is easier for you! Thanks! Hahaha Happy MONDAY to us!
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