I went back and forth on what "theme" I wanted to do for it. I have no idea why, but my family is obsessed with themes. From parties, to the rooms in our homes, they all have a theme. I thought about doing an ugly sweater party because those always seem so funny. But then I thought that was more for adults, and maybe one year we will do an ugly sweater/cocktail party but this year I wanted it all about the kids. I finally decided on a Christmas pajama party and I could not have been happier.
We dont know many people in Utah yet. We have our core friends, which oddly enough, is made up of mostly people from back home! Those were the peeps I wanted to invite. I have been struggling with the fact I wont be home for Christmas so this was the perfect solution...bring people I love from home, here! We just invited 4 families so it was smallish and perfect.
The kids got along so well. We had 3 month-12 years old and everyone had someone their age to play with. Well besides Brynlee but she got LOTS of loves that night! We had pizza, a cookie decorating station (I am pretty sure the kids just ate the candy because a TON of cookies were left but hardly any candy haha) then they were able to write letters to Santa, a hot chocolate bar, and a bonfire with smores outside. It was great having the fire going (Shaun's idea) because it allowed the kids to come and go and not just be crammed inside. So kids were upstairs, in the basement playing with toys, or outside by the fire/playing. Let's be honest though, the men, yeah they never moved from the fire unless it was to get more food! ;)
Having this simple, small, yet fun party really helped me get out of my funk. I am still VERY sad about not being home, and I really dont think that will change, but being able to spend an evening with people I have known since I was a little girl, was just perfect. It was like no time had passed between us all. I cannot wait to get everyone together again...and lucky for me I love hosting parties! NYE anyone!?!?
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