My two middle girls are about to turn 10 and 12. Their birthdays are 2 years and 4 days apart... YES, there was at least two years that are a blur of spit-up, late night crying, no sleep, no money (TWO in diapers- what was I thinking?). Gone are the days when I could get away with birthday parties TOGETHER, that is so passe'. So now I must plan two birthday parties in a week - each trying to out-do the other. Do you sense a little sibling rilvery? Not to mention throwing Easter into the mix. Of course, both girls are playing softball and one in playing volleyball, which makes scheduling somewhat of a hassle. My oldest HATES her birthday being in the Summer, but my goodness, it is a blessing. So what do you do? Gone are the days of Chuck E Cheese and we've had enough of Main Event (at least three parties in past years- of our own- not to mention those attended!) I'm all for the backyard party, which both seem to be leaning toward (with a little strong arming from mom :) The weather is ALWAYS a concern. You know Texas weather is so....emmm... challenging. My girls are pretty funny. They think they are SO big. Big enough to make their own decisions and say NO too many times. But mom is still suppose to take care of all the real details -- like invitations, plans, etc. etc. etc. We're having two parties this week in my backyard, within 24 hours of each other and neither of them has decided what kind of cake or cookie cake they want. At 10 and 12 you do not dare pick one out for them... but it looks like that's the point I am at. I hope I don't mess it up too bad. Wish me luck!

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