On Sunday we had Emma’s birthday party.  We decided to keep it pretty low-key since she gets overwhelmed pretty easily.  This year, we invited two friends from school, one friend outside of school, and her 8 year old cousin for a party.  Unfortunately, one friend ended up in the ER with a seizure (I’m happy to report she’s doing very well came home the same day) and another friend had a stomach bug.  So it  was a very small tea party, but just as nice.

First we all met at Build-A-Bear.  I gave the girls giftcards so they could build their own Teddy Bear.  Of course I let them pick out whatever outfits they wanted, but I told them that the Teddy Bears would be attending our Tea Party.

Yessalyn, Emma, and Cheryl waiting for Build A Bear to open!

We've picked our animals...now to stuff!

After Build-A-Bear, we went to my mother-in-law’s house for Tea.  She is one lucky lady who has an actual Tea Room separate from the house.  And it is so cutely decorated.  This is where we had tea with our Teddy Bears, complete with finger sandwiches, fruit, tea and juice, and cupcakes for dessert.  It was so adorable….check it out!

Emma sipping her "tea" (warmed apple juice)

Yessalyn loved the heart-shaped PB&J's

Cheryl borrowed her mom's hat that she wore at the Kentucky Derby...and I didn't get a picture!!

As you can see, the tea was quite lovely.  We had such a delightful time.  And right now I’m kicking myself because I didn’t get a picture of Emma and Grandma Janice, nor one with me and Emma.  I really need to get better about pictures.  This was probably the nicest party we had…quiet, small, perfect for little ladies!

What’s the best birthday party you’ve thrown (for adult or kid alike!)??

I almost forgot to show you the adorable cake we got for the Family party later that day.  The same gal who made the cupcakes made this adorable cake.

You can find Sugarlips Cakery here and visit their blog here. Yum!

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