Birthday Party at Deanna Rose

We got invited to a birthday party at Deanna Rose the other weekend for the kids' cousin Alex.  Fortunately the insane heat took a break that morning, and it was actually on the cool side for the beginning of the party although it warmed up quite a bit as the party wore on.

We began things with face painting.  Zach's aunt Jeanne did a great job on all the kids.  At first Charlie wanted nothing to do with the face painting, but when he learned he could get Mickey Mouse he warmed right up.

Then we went out to explore the farmstead for a while before presents.  Anna was a little shy with all the kids around and stuck right to Charlie's side.  She wouldn't let go of his hand the entire time we walked around.  The kids went on a hayride and feed goats with Zach.  I had Zoe in the stroller, and we wandered around and enjoyed getting some fresh air.  It was great having her outside since it wasn't too hot.  

When we got back to the party corral, it was time for cake and presents.  Charlie and Anna completely dug into the cake and made a huge mess.  They had so much fun, though.  It was a great way to spend a Saturday morning!