Sam turns 6

Well, another year older for Sam.  And what a great age six is for a typical backyard party.  A good thing we moved to a house not long ago...The day was fine and mild, the kids ran outdoors, the noise level was nice and high, Jessie, Angus & Monica helped so it was all pretty relaxed with the children kept busy with game after game after game.

A week of recovering from jet lag had Sam waking up a LOT earlier than necessary; so we took the opportunity for some party planning.  I was so appreciative of being in a small city where people don't over plan and are able to attend a celebration with 3 days notice.  With a few mental notes accumulated from a couple of previous 6yr old parties, this one was easy to put together: good friends, favourite foods, a creative cake and traditional birthday games.  Simple formula, never fails.

choc-dip strawbs a 'must' for Sam once again

I figure that at 6yrs the Birthday boy need 'not' get the final gift in
Pass the Parcel...just growing resilience in the smallest of ways :)

Sam's Treasure Island cake with hidden treasure inside.
Seasons are-a-changin' when Mum gets to decorate the cake!