Kyla's 2nd Birthday Party

We had Kyla's birthday party at our new house this year (we've been here 10 months, can I still call it new?). There were more than 50 guests, over a dozen of whom were kids, which made for a big crowd.

The most interesting guest was Elmo. The children were pretty evenly split between those who thought Elmo was cool and those who feared the big red monster. Kyla was in the latter group. Luckily, our neighbors the Neels brought over a big bouncy house that all of the kids enjoyed.

Last year I created a movie showing pictures and video from Kyla's first year, this year I did the same covering her second year and gave a screening at the party. Again it took more hours than I care to count to create it, but I am really happy with how it turned out.

Kyla received more presents than is practical to list here, but it consisted of a lot of toys, books, and clothes many of which are themed after Dora and Elmo. So far her favorites are her new Power Wheels scooter and Big Sister Dora doll (how appropriate).

Putting this party together was no small task for Becky and I (with a lot of help from our parents), but everyone seemed to have a good time, including the birthday girl... especially after Elmo left.