Hallister Turns 5

We decided to ask Hallister this year what kind of party he wanted for his birthday.  He said he wanted just a few friends and a pirate theme.  The new show he likes to watch is Jake and the Neverland Pirates.

We started off his birthday celebration with his favorite breakfast, pancakes with cool whip and strawberries.  We had a few games, "Walk the Plank", "Find the Buried Treasure" and the kids hit a pinata shaped liked a treasure chest.  Jonathan did an awesome job at making the "Neverland" sign and the plank.  Adding a pirate flag to the top of the play ground set was a nice touch.  The kids always pretend it is a ship.

Even the adults joined in the fun by dressing up or wearing the huge mustaches we had for anyone wanting to dress up.

 Hallister really enjoys writing his letters right now.  We found a piece of paper next to the TV where he had written out Samsung, the brand of the TV.  He can write his first and last name, and count to 30. He is compassionate and sensitive but also independent.  He is such a big helper around the house.  It is nice he is able to get dressed by himself now also.  We are so proud of him.