How to plan a kid's party...

Last month my eldest son has just celebrated his 5th birthday and the theme was Jake and the never land pirates. 

As I recall at the age of 2 my son started to appreciate birthday parties. He himself chose the theme for his 2nd Hi-5 Birthday Party and since then, he always looks forward on birthday celebrations.

I love throwing a uniquely-themed birthday parties for my kiddos. I would call it a hobby because I love surprising them with their favorite themes. My parties are not extravagant. I am happy celebrating it with family and closed friends. It is the details that I love doing like the invites, decors, games, giveaways, prizes and table and buffet settings.

What really matters is how you make their day extra special. I love collecting photos to keep fond memories of their childhood birthday celebrations.

How to plan a kid's party...

Ten weeks in advance start brainstorming with your child the theme, venue and no of guest lists to invite.

On the third week finalize the prospective attendees. Include RSVP date and cellphone where u can be reached. It is rewarding if you know the correct number of kids and adults who are attending. Kids are important. So it would be good if all kids are present. 

Deliver invites 2 weeks before the party.  Send a text message 2 days before the party for reminder.

Keep the party short

Fun Games ( set aside extra prizes for babies and toddlers who are not joining)

Choose prizes and giveaways that are safe for children ( arts and craft materials)

Plan simple meals

Keep the kids constantly occupied

Safe proof the venue 

First aid kit - bumps and bruises . Keep it handy along with an ice pack

Here are some photos of my son's pirate party.

God's everlasting Love....

God's everlasting love...

"I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with loving-kindness"- Jeremiah 31:3

Only in God's love we can feel whole and secure. His love is limitless regardless of appearance, ability, financial stability or social status. He will accept you for who you are and whatever your past may be.

"But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.- Romans 5:8

How do you show your love to a person? It is through giving, right? That is what God gave us. He sacrificed His only begotten son Jesus Christ to die for our behalf so that all sins will be forgiven and we will be given a new Life with Him. He assured us that if you receive Him as your Lord and savior you are part in His family. You will be enjoying all the privileges of a legitimate child. 

"This is love for God: to obey His commands and His commands are not burdensome...

-1 John 5:3

I am The Lord your God, who brought you out of Egypt, out of the land of slavery. You shall have no other gods before Me. You shall not make for yourself an idol in the form of anything in heaven above or on the earth beneath or in the waters below. You shall not bow down to them or worship them; for I, The Lord your God, am a jealous God, punishing the children for the sin of the fathers to the third and fourth generation of those who hate Me, but showing love to a thousand (generations) of those who love Me and keep My commandments.- Exodus 20:2-6

Giving your life to God is surrendering everything to Him. You must obey and worship Him alone. 

Remember this 3 key points in your daily walk with Him.

- have a grateful heart by thanking Him for every blessing He has given you.

- think of Him always through prayers and reading the bible.

- trust in Him whatever circumstances you may encounter.

   

Source: intentional moves 1-know Christ