The Mad Science Birthday Party

Happy Birthday Savannah and Preston!!

Savannah started months ago planning her (and her brother's)  birthday party.  The very first thing she asked for was a scientist party where we could all do experiments . . . and I quickly shot that down.  I could just see myself spending weeks planning for stations of experiments and somehow trying to keep kids of all ages entertained.  Not going to happen.  So we talked her into doing a week long scientist camp at her school instead (see post coming up).  However, as the party date got closer Dave started doing some research and found this cool place in Charlotte that literally brings a scientist to you!  I checked out the company along with their reviews and after mentioning it to Savannah we knew it was a done deal!

The birthday kids with Dr. Fritz

An experiment with poking holes in a bag of water over Savannah's head

All of the kids making their own putty to take home

Setting up for the rocket launch

I have to say that it was honestly one of the coolest, most original parties we've ever had!  Kids of all ages were well entertained while the real scientist went through tons of experiments.  My two kiddos especially loved being able to help with the experiments too.  The grand finale was a rocket launch, which was quite impressive as well!  So after lots of experiments, some pizza, birthday cookie, and then some time on the park playground the friend party was a wrap.  Success!


Preston's WEE school friends

We then packed up and headed home to open presents and spend some time with our family.  Preston and Savannah were both super excited to get new ride on toys from Pawpaw.  Savannah got a motorized Razor scooter and Preston got a plasma car.  They were also thrilled to get Mandissa's CD with the Good Morning song from Great Grandma.  Here they are dancing to it!


Dance party to the Good Morning song

All in all it was a wonderful day filled with our nearest and dearest family and friends.  This will probably by the last year I can get away with one joint party, but what a way to end the tradition. :)

Our family!