Sound the Alarm...Firefighter Jackson is Turning 4!!!

This year was the first that Jackson was truly into the "theme" of his birthday party. Needless to say we went all out and everything was related to Firefighters. The preparations started a month out, because I wasn't sure what was available and since he notices every detail, I had to be on my "A" game for this one. I took vacation two days prior to the party to make sure I had plenty of time for all that was planned. Thankfully, Party City had a whole section of firefighter themed party supplies which made it SO much easier than I was expecting!

In years past, I have had a local bakery make the cake, but this year I think I lost my mind and decided I would MAKE the cake. Scary thought, I know! So Friday morning, after Jacob and Jackson left for work and school I turned my kitchen into a bakery and went to town. Over six hours later this was the finished product!

Fortunately, I had help and on Saturday we just had to set up and wait on the guests to arrive. I know Jacob was happy that he only needed to go get ice since somehow Jackson's birthday always falls on Texas-OU weekend.

All in all the birthday was a success. Jackson spent the remainder of the day and evening engrossed in all his gifts (and yes, they were all pretty much firefighter related).

Thanks to all that came and celebrated with us! We hope to see you again next year!!!