2.11.2011

Golden Birthday Ideas


As I've been planning Cannon's first birthday my goal is to celebrate in a way that Ethan and Ella will always remember it. I know Ethan will remember Cannon, but Ella is still at an age that I wonder what things she will remember throughout her life. I want Cannon's birthday to stick out as a day of love and joy. I found a website that talks about "The Golden Birthday." It says this: "The golden birthday is the day a child turns the age that corresponds to the day of the month on which he was born. One outstanding feature of the golden birthday is that is can only come once in a lifetime". This means that since Cannon is turning 1 on March 1st, this year is Cannon's Golden Birthday. Not that I needed even more of a reason, but I am inspired and determined to not hold anything back. My idea for his birthday is "You are My Sunshine." The words to this song are beautiful, but with Cannon's specific situation, they are so meaningful also. I was pursuing renting a hot air balloon to have a "Rise and Shine" breakfast party but since the height requirements do not allow Cannon or Ella to ride, that will not work. Kent and I have discussed taking a weekend trip to Portland and take the family sailing, but we worry about the cold air. You can see what our vision might be, so if you have any suggestions or ideas I would really love your help. I want to do something that seems limitless. Cannon has been bound and limited his whole life and for one moment, one memory, I want to feel free and unstoppable. I am very excited to celebrate my special baby''s Golden Birthday- now I just need to know how! Help! If you have any ideas or suggestions- I want to hear them! Thanks!

6 comments:

Anonymous said...

Oh I am the WORST when it comes to party planning but all I can say is whatever you choose to go with it will be PERFECT! You will have your family there celebrating handsome Cannon boy's birthday... PERFECTION!

Anonymous said...

Here are a few ideas I found online. I hope you guys have a wonderful and memorable birthday with Cannon! http://www.nofussfabulous.com/?p=3866
http://www.momaroo.com/729555277/beautiful-fun-diy-birthday-party-you-are-my-sunshine/
http://www.hostessblog.com/2010/08/my-little-sunshine-birthday-party/

Anonymous said...

Here are a few ideas I found online. I hope you guys have a wonderful and memorable birthday with Cannon! http://www.nofussfabulous.com/?p=3866
http://www.momaroo.com/729555277/beautiful-fun-diy-birthday-party-you-are-my-sunshine/
http://www.hostessblog.com/2010/08/my-little-sunshine-birthday-party/

Brittany Weaver said...

I love this!!! I have heard of the golden birthday before, but we've never made a big deal of celebrating it. How perfect and special, and Golden even goes with your "Sunshine" theme!!! I am bummed that the hot air balloon won't work... I'll start thinking!!!

~Char said...

Hey Natalie! One birthday party I remember, is our cousin Nick Yates (his mom is Patty- his grandpa was Gpa Wesley's brother) anyways.... they rented a helicopter! Everyone got a chance to ride in it... I still remember that party like it was yesterday! It's the only time (I think) I've ever ridden in a helicopter- but it was awesome!
Just a thought...but I too know that whatever you choose will be exceptional! You are quite an amazing woman :) Love ya

Melissa said...

I am for doing some sort of family outing/trip. Kids always remember those. I don't know if you've done Disney lately but I think it is a "magic" place. Love you girl- I'm sure it will be great!