Birthday Party Fun


Today we were invited to our lovely friends Sabrina & Adam's little boy Xavier's 4th birthday party! Emilia was so excited about it she picked out her entire outfit the night before, instructing me to hang it up on the outside of her wardrobe "so she could see it". This girl cracks me up! We were on the brink of a meltdown when I told her she couldn't wear her Elsa costume so as consolation she was allowed to pick this pink dress even though it's a size too big. At that point I was kind of scraping the barrel as every other dress I held up she would respond with a chipper "no thank you!" So this one was going to have to do! This is from Belle & Boo (I didn't even realise they made clothes!) and I put it with a pink top from H&M, faded/dusty pink tights and gold shoes from Zara, and a pink cardigan with a gold bow on (also from H&M). Eduardo is still recovering from his cold/cough so I put him in this warm black & grey plaid shirt from Zara as it's lined with jersey, black jeans from H&M and his shoes are from Clarks


I was fortunate enough to get them to pose for another family picture (note the Frozen toys clutched in every photo). I took this right before running back into the house to give all the dogs their mind the house treats and pick up the last few bits which is why I am sans winter coat! My jumper is one I bought last year from the brand Olive, my jeans are by Ted Baker and my boots are from Whistles. Emilia & Eduardo are wearing their coats that we bought in Sorrento (the tags say Baby A.) and although Emilia's is still quite long on her, I couldn't resist for this all pink outfit! 


And here is the aftermath...ha ha! The sugar highs were in full swing by the time this picture was taken! We had the best time at Xavier's jungle themed party. Emilia had an absolute blast getting involved in all of the party games and even dressed up as a mermaid. Eduardo did enjoy himself (especially after the party when we chilled at Sabrina's house) but he is still extremely clingy towards me :( Unfortunately he gets very frightened and anxious at birthday parties because of an incident that happened a few months ago which I've never spoken about publicly. I still don't know if I ever will...it was a very upsetting and traumatic event and it breaks my heart that it obviously still affects him! But I'm hoping that in time he'll forget about it and be able to enjoy birthday parties as much as his sister. And he did come out of his shell a little bit towards the end!

23 comments

  1. Aw poor Eduardo, love him so much <3 getting so emotional seeing him grow up! You're perfect Anna, I hope to be half the mom that you are! Emilia is a queen!

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  2. I post a comment every day and you used to reply to me - I understand that you're much busier now! I love you loads and loads and the blogs are always amazing! I mglad you had an amazing time and it's a shame about Eduardo but he's only young xxx

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  3. Aw so sweet! I hope Eduardo is okay! Curious what the incident was, as my 17 month old had something happen to him. But I understand your privacy :)

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  4. I love their outfits. You dress them in the cutest outfits ever. Love your jumper as well. So happy they enjoyed the birthday party. Thanks for sharing with us and hope you have a great week ahead.

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  5. I love your family! You guys seem so down to earth and your children are so adorable!

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  6. I love you and your family! You guys seem so down to earth and your children are adorable! Much love from the US!

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  7. Aww Anna :) Such a nice post. Love your BLOG! Looks like you had a good time :)

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  8. I only wish you shared the incident, only because I know some of us mommies might either learn from it or try to avoid such a situation if possible obviously. .. but I totally get why you would keep some things private ... Here's my story. Duke (my son) 18months old. Grabbed a glass Christmas ornament(one of those super thin ones) and cracked it on the floor then picked it up and cut his wrist open and needed stiches... even had to call the ambulance. :( it was bad and now I have developed a fear of him hurting himself again. I can't keep my eyes off him and I know it will pass but I did develop you could say PTSD .... it sounds so silly but my heart races when I hear him wine and more so cry. In this situation I am the affected one but of course nothing compared to what my son had to go through with the entire situation ... so know I feel the need to warn every parent about glass Christmas ornaments ..😕

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  9. I only wish you shared the incident, only because I know some of us mommies might either learn from it or try to avoid such a situation if possible obviously. .. but I totally get why you would keep some things private ... Here's my story. Duke (my son) 18months old. Grabbed a glass Christmas ornament(one of those super thin ones) and cracked it on the floor then picked it up and cut his wrist open and needed stiches... even had to call the ambulance. :( it was bad and now I have developed a fear of him hurting himself again. I can't keep my eyes off him and I know it will pass but I did develop you could say PTSD .... it sounds so silly but my heart races when I hear him wine and more so cry. In this situation I am the affected one but of course nothing compared to what my son had to go through with the entire situation ... so know I feel the need to warn every parent about glass Christmas ornaments ..😕

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  10. Oh Anna they both look gorgeous! Eduardo looks like such a little grown up in that outfit, so handsome! My heart is breaking to hear that he went through something horrible at birthday party - at a place that is supposed to be filled with laughter and fun! The poor little thing. Let's hope that he is young enough to not remember it forever, and will have enough birthday parties in the future to realise what a fun place they can be. Love you xx

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  11. I love Emilia and Eduardo's outfits. They are such amazing kids and Anna, let me tell you that Emilia is growing so fast and she is do inteligente and Eduardo is speaking early and he gets everything you say to him. Good job great mum. Love from Gran Canaria- Spain ;)

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  12. Dear Anna, I can never say everything or it would be like a book. This is wonderful. Eduardo looks so handsome. His spirit is SO beautiful. Are there enough words for Emilia? I love how she chose her outfit and wanted to "see it". Love to all. <3

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  13. Poor Eduardo, am also interested in the incident but totally understand your privacy. Being a mom to a 5 months old boy my heart aches when kids are affected. :( You have a really beautiful family and I wish you all the best. x

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  14. Wardo looks high on cake =)) Lovely post Anna :) :*

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  15. Just want to say thank you for sharing yourself and your lovely family with all of us. I'm going through a rather trying time and your blogs, vlogs, etc., are my daily mood booster! Hugs to all of you...

    BTW, would love an updated daily routine...

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  16. Such lovely pictures as always :) So sorry to read that about Eduardo, I really hope he's able to relax and enjoy parties more in the future xxx

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  17. Awww poor Eduardo, hope someday you can tell us about what happened to him so we can give support xx

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  18. awww poor Eduardo loved the post, with time he should be fine.
    love your videos and Eduardo and Emilia and anna you all look so beautiful as a family.

    www.foreverbeauty5.blogspot.com

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  19. How cute photographs!! You three are looking fabulous in the picture. At some local LA venues I also took my kiddos to the kid’s Halloween party. I captured loads of photographs in that event that I would love to share on my weblog.

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  20. awww hope eduardeo is okay, poor thing x

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  21. Very cute Sabrina & Adam's, Many special Birthday wishes to Both God bless the child

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  22. I thank the Lord every day for the blessing party that I know as you. Wishing you a happy birthday! Another year, another set of blessings. May you always remain happy and cheerful all the days of your life. Happy Birthday!

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