Fischer just turned 9!

Because it fell on a Monday, my husband and I opted for a small family celebration.  After so many years of big birthday bashes, we were happy to have an excuse to forfeit clever invitations, themed goodie bags, clowns, energetic singers, elaborate games, hoopla!

How did children’s birthday’s turn into a competitive 3 ring circus where parents feel pressure to keep up with the Jones’? Who invented the goodie bag, anyway? Isn’t a birthday party enough?!

Needless to say, my husband I looked forward to our quieter occasion.

This year, it truly was a family affair. The younger boys decorated the house, my husband made Fischer’s favorite dinner (homemade pizza) and I decorated the cake. We opened cards, presents and played games together.

It felt like my childhood birthdays and I think it was one of the best parties we’ve had...Simple, happy and fun.

And guess what? Fischer never missed the goodie bag!