Clare is 8!

Woke up extra early on her birthday, so the day would last longer.

This is eight!

It wouldn't be a birthday at our house without streamers.

Clare was so excited to celebrate her birthday with her classmates.

She chose a birthday game of Heads Up 7 Up.

I got to hang out with her crew on the playground before lunch.

Best buddy Klayton.

Michael left work early so Clare could open her presents.

She immediately named him "Spotty."

Went right to work building a new Lego set while she waited for Klayton and Mac to arrive for cake and ice cream.

Not even phased by 922 pieces.

I asked them to stop and smile for the camera, so I basically had this coming.

Listening to us all sing.

 

Her big birthday party was today at Trampoline Zone.

Minecraft cake.

Minecraft-themed goodies for her guests.

So much fun jumping and playing dodgeball.

We invited Nick to come along with his brother (who is one of Clare's buddies), so he and Xander got to be the big kids at the party.

Ninja zone.

Waiting oh so patiently for cake.

 

At the big kid table.

Strategizing for a wicked game of dodgeball.

A super-fun party for a super-fantastic girl.