Colin's birthday party

Colin's birthday party was on his actual birthday this year (first time EVER!).

We decided to do it at a park again, but booked it at a different one than last year.

We had a lot of fun playing different games and enjoying the beautiful weather.

Somehow we lucked out, and in the middle of July, it was upper 70s for the majority of the party.

We also were able to celebrate with all of his Texas cousins who were in town for a family wedding (another first time EVER!)

My mom, once again, stepped up and really helped me out a ton with the party.

I'm so lucky to have her around, especially when it comes to throwing awesome birthday parties!

She is so creative!

 The cookie cake was a hit.

It was my first time making one, so I was pretty nervous, but it all worked out.

 Once again, we did a pinata at the party.

The kids just love them!

 I got some really cute pictures of Colin and Maggie before all the guests started arriving.

 Hooray for turning 5!

We brought some games to play once everyone arrived.

The favorite game was the parachute.

 And it was even more fun once the water balloons came out!

Maggie pretty much just hung out on the swing the whole time - she still loves to swing!

 Then we did some marshmallow races

 And somehow I got a pretty good picture where everyone is looking!

 Baby Daniel Batman

Colin got lots of really thoughtful presents - and I always love the pictures of kids opening presents - they get so excited!

 After presents we did the pinata - which didn't last long (the big kids didn't even get a chance to take a swing at it), but it was fun!

 I always love the dog pile of kids swarming for the candy!

 Oh, and the leftover pinata?  I think it's going to be Peter's halloween costume for this year! :)

Colin had a wonderful birthday party and we are so excited to have a big 5 year old in our house!

Happy Birthday, Colin!