Aidan's Pump It Up 5th Birthday Party

Today marks Aidan's 5th year of existence. And, I don't think I'm biased when I say that he's a pretty awesome kid that's easy to be proud of! While it seems cliché, I do remember the day he was born like it was yesterday. And, his personality hasn't changed a bit.

For a party, Aidan couldn't be convinced to do anything other than Pump it Up, the bounce house birthday factory that we celebrated at last year. There's something about inflated bounce houses that just gets kids really excited. They get all sweaty and crazy and just seem to have a great time. And, I can't complain about Pump it Up.

Anyway, the party was great. Aidan's cute little circle of friends from Bright Horizons, as well as the Gulfport crew, always make for a fun event. However… I do have a sincere apology to make to parents. During setup, I figured out the hard way that the colored spray on the Publix cupcakes was still wet. In fact, it was very bright food coloring of some sort that wouldn't come off. I didn't see any, but I fear that several kids could have gone home with a brightly colored face and hands! Sorry!

Oh, Luke was on photography duty. The party was a good opportunity for us to try out the new camera. And, overall, we did score a lot of great photos.

As soon as we got home, Aidan couldn't wait to rip through all of the gifts. Luke and I cringe during this part because it makes us kind of sick to know that he's so spoiled. I guess I would just like to see him appreciate a smaller quantity and realize how fortunate he is. Although, I know at his age I was all about the presents too! I just haven't found the perfect win-win on the gift situation yet.

We spent the afternoon, as well as the next day, putting together LEGO kits, watching his "shows" and playing his DS. I admit he seems to really be enjoying himself.