At age 3 they already know how to pick the more difficult things. That's ok, tho. I was able to precook some crusts (even personal size for the 3 kids old enough to care) and get all the ingredients prepared the day before (after spending the whole day at craft day!) and so putting the pizzas together was a breeze.
I baked the cake in a round cake pan, 11 cupcakes, and a small round pan. I wasn't entirely sure what I was going to do with it.. I was just glad I had talked Kaden out of his 3D Thomas idea. I convinced him it would be MUCH more fun ot have a toy on his cake to play with later. Luke jumped in on the fun too-which made decorating fun to. (Usually it's fun, but more stressful. Luke is more into detail so he helped with getting the frosting spread just right!)
I ended up experimenting a lot with this cake and was totally and completely pleased with how it turned out. I really outdid myself, and I'm wondering what he's going to expect in coming years??? Also, i just have to say- I didn't have to run to the store-or have Luke run to the store once in the whole process. THAT is a real accomplishment for me! (WHAT? I was prepared? SO WEIRD.)
He had such a fun time. First we ate pizza outside with his friends. Then they played in the pool for a long time-with his big slide into it. Then they played in the sandbox...then we had cake and ice cream and opened presents. He was truly spoiled. He got so much Thomas and Cars toys... he couldnt have been happier!
So here starts the tradition I plan to follow for birthdays. Pick your meal, pick your cake, pick your friend. It seemed to go over very well!
Also. he wants everyone to know that since he is THREE now, he no longer wears bibs. I think I'm just as happy to be done with them. At his 3 year check he was back down in the "normal" percentiles for other 3 year olds. High, but normal. At 36lbs 8oz he was at 89th percent of average. And at 39 inches tall he is at 83rd percent average.
I am very impressed with your cake-making skills!
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