Sunday, May 6, 2012

And A Good Time Was Had by All


We had our daughter's party yesterday. It was a beautiful day and she, I think, had a wonderful time. We are so lucky to have so many nice friends and family members to come and celebrate with us. Because she was home schooled, we had our own little celebration. I am glad it is done and I can rest today. 



My chickens were a topic of conversation. They were so quiet no one even knew they were just behind the garage. One by one folks would hear that I had them and would take a peek.


We had Panda Express. Made it so easy for me. So many left overs we will be having Chinese for dinner tonight. YES!!


And because donuts are the new cupcake, we had tons of them. I just kept filling the plates. They were very popular.



And you have to have smores if you light the fire pit.
I made a basket ahead for all the kids.



Bella Luna!! Did anyone see the moon and how bright it was last night??



23 comments:

  1. What a wonderful day! Your daughter is just beautiful. Love Panda Express, what a great idea.

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  2. Happy birthday to your daughter! She is so beautiful! DId you make alone these yummy donuts? I'd like you to share the recipe, if there is no problem! Thank you very much!

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  3. Ah, wonderful party! Your daughter is so pretty, and I know she enjoyed the gathering, especially donuts *and* smores! Hugs ~ Mary

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  4. Wow, your patio holds tons of people! The party looks like so much fun. Happy Birthday to your daughter!!!

    Panda Express sounds great, and I love leftover Chinese food.

    I missed seeing the moon because it was so overcast here. Trip called me from the beach wanting Shelley and me to see it.

    Have a relaxing Sunday!!! You and your family are all so *pretty*

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  5. what a beautiful day with beautiful people.You have a lovely patio, its just such a beautiful spot, sorry for the over use of the word but this just was, well, beautiful!

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  6. It looks like everything went wonderfully!

    I was getting all stressed over fitting in our homeschool graduation in May between birthdays, mothers day, everyone in our circle traveling out in different weeks -- then a friend said to just do it in June -- so, relief! And I get the benefit of seeing yours and seeing how to keep it simple!

    Looks like your family's special day was great.

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  7. Looks lika a lot of fun I would take those left overs any day.
    your daughter is tall and beautiful.
    Cathy

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  8. what a great party...that pic of you 3 is gorgeous!!! LOVE panda express...love donuts more!!!

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  9. Happy Birthday! Looks like a great celebration. I agree, great picture of the 3 of you! Beautiful!

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  10. Congrats to your daughter and congrats to you for such a wonderful party! Your patio was so pretty and it looked like a great time! Nice photo of you all. Was it her birthday or graduation?

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  11. such fun. i love Chinese. unfortunately, we had tons of fog last night. but thanks, for sharing the moon with me. your party although simple which i so love... i hope it was without any stress & you could really enjoy your company & your daughter's special moment. i really think that it is the most simple special moments that are really the best in our lives. add such memories to your lives. fun. (:

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  12. Congratulations to your beautiful daughter. I wish her much success on her new adventure. Bonnie

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  13. Hello Elaine,

    What a beautiful family you have!
    Your daughter is so pretty!


    Gabriela

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  14. Happy Birthday to your daughter, it looks like it was such a special day. Your picture of the moon is one of the better ones I've seen. Ann

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  15. Happy Birthday to your daughter. I would have come over if I had known you were serving doughnuts! I love those, but rarely eat them since I have zero willpower and can't eat just one. Looks like everyone had a great time, which makes for a successful party. Have a great week Elaine!

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  16. I love the Panda Express idea for the party. Yummy and you were able to enjoy the party too, and not be in the kitchen all evening. Your daughter is LOVELY!
    Congratulations to her! And, to you - job well done Homeschool Mom. My dd is completing her Jr. year so we will be doing something similar next year.

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  17. Congrats! She is very pretty! Your moon shot was great too!
    Sherry

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  18. Your daughter has her mother's lovely smile! Congrats to her, and to you for being the teacher!
    Brenda

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  19. Elaine
    Congrats to your lovely daughter!
    It sure looks like everyone was enjoying themselves in such a beautiful setting.
    That is a spectacular moon!

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  20. It was a crystal, clear night here last night and I marvelled at the moon! I'm so glad it was shining on your beautiful daughter's special night! ~ Maureen

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  21. What a perfect party!!! Lovely!

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  22. Happy belated birthday to your daughter.... what a doll.

    Looks like a wonderful celebration :)

    Loved that moon.... AmAzing!

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  23. Congratulations to your daughter, she is so beautiful and you look so young it is hard to believe you have a child grown. The party looks like a fabulous success and I love Panda, sooooooo good. Leftovers would be fabulous. Thanks tons for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

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