Planning birthday parties

I think one of the most fun things about being a mom is planning my kids' birthday parties.  I love doing that. 

So today, Elizabeth found a page I'd torn out of a magazine in May.  The page had several different cakes on it.  She pointed to one made from this pan and said, "Next year for my seventh birthday I want to do these cupcakes and have a 'sweets' party. We can do these cupcakes. Everyone can decorate their own.  We can have goodie bags of candy and decorate with candy and cupcakes and stuff. What do you think, Mommy?"  So, I'm thinking next year I'm going to be stocking up on candy so we can do a candy buffet (google it and you'll see what I mean - it's apparently all "The Rage" for weddings these days).  I think it's an adorable idea.  She's proving to be my girl!  :)