Groovy Party

Today we had Kiahna's birthday party. For the past several months, Kiahna had been saying that she wanted to go to the zoo and have a groovy girl party for her birthday...so that's exactly what we did!!!

Before heading out to the zoo, each of the girls selected 2 groovy girl dolls. Then we set the dolls aside and went to the zoo!!!

After spending a few hours at the zoo, we returned home and the girls started decorating their doll dresses. The girls used permanent markers to color the dresses. Then I sprayed the dresses with rubbing alcohol so that the colors blended and mixed together.

Of course the dresses wouldn't be complete without spraying glitter on them...so that's what we did! The girls were happy with how the dressed turned out, and so was I!!!

Then it was time for cake and presents.

Kiahna was excited about ALL her gifts. Her special cousins got her a Cinderella dress with matching glass slippers and REAL ballet shoes! I made "Rapunzel-Rapunzel" hair for her, and then she also got a fabulous new baby carriage from Aunt Lori. To top that off, she received a present from Papa and Nana with dollars, "silly beans" (silly bands), and hair bands.

Kiahna was so happy with all her presents...but the thing that she enjoyed the most was just having everyone with her to celebrate her special day. I know that is a common saying...but it's really true. This birthday was EXTRA special because she spent it with extra special people. It really meant a lot to her!

So much, in fact, that Kiahna is already planning her next party...