THE TWINS TURN FIVE - Part Two

This weekend we spent Sunday, Valentine's Day, at Chuck-E-Cheese. Doug was so reluctant to let me schedule the twins' party outside our home, but he finally caved in after much pressure from me and friends. We actually came out spending less than having a party at home and I didn't have to clean, cook, and clean again...so it was a win-win situation for me! The boys wanted to have a "Dinosaur Train" party. This is their newest favorite TV show on PBS that teaches them lots of fun facts about dinosaurs. I bought a cake that had train tracks on it and then put dinosaurs on top...turned out pretty cute. We invited all the family and then a few of our favorite friends. The boys had so much fun running around playing games and being honored with special things like a crown and medal from Chuck-E himself. I have never seen those two boys get so excited and dance around so much in my life. It was TOTALLY worth the entire experience for two special little...I mean big boys:)

Connor flashing his typical peace sign...what a big guy!

Uncle Philip and family

Uncle Russell and family

Sweet Garin jumped into Doug's arms as soon as he saw him.

They have a very special Uncle-Nephew bond.

Garin proceeded to dress Doug up with his hat and Doug's glasses upside down:)

Garin having fun.

Aunt Shelley and family

Our friend, Noah

Grant so excited that he got 3 tickets from one game.

Preston and Cousin Anna cheating at basketball.

Grandmother and Daddy

The adults chatting it up and Papa waving making sure he was noticed.

He didn't want to come to Chuck-E-Cheese either:)

Doug didn't move from that seat ALL night.

The kids eating.

The adults eating.

Everyone singing "Happy Birthday" to the boys.

Chuck-E presenting the boys a crown.

Grant was beside himself after receiving his crown!

then they received a medal necklace.

Dancing while music is played for the birthday kids. Preston was break-dancing on the floor.

My Precious Birthday Boys

Time to open presents with Mom and Jax.

The boys were so excited to see all the money everyone kept giving them.

We are taking them to buy Nintendo DSs with their money so they don't have to borrow Connor's anymore. That will be a blessing for everyone!

Grant rejoicing about the money:)

The boys acting silly while Jax watches on.

Preston doesn't go to a party where he doesn't stick his finger in the cake's icing.

He got caught right before we left sneaking a lick:)

Doug's happy smile because we are packing up to leave.

The boys got home and put their PJs on with their hats and medallions:)

then proceeded to get in bed with their loot!

This was a day they will never forget!