Happy BirthMONTH.

Because I was stupid bright enough to have both of my kids in April, it tends to be a crazy month for us. This year, though, crazy is putting it mildly.

I thought I’d make things simple and have a combined family birthday party for both of the kids.

That plan totally backfired.

Instead of having two birthdays, this has turned into a month-long celebration. First we had Sam’s birthday celebration at school. And then one on his actual birthday. Then we had their combined birthday party this Sunday. Friday is Kate’s actual birthday, when we’ll celebrate with her class at school and then go out to dinner and bowling. And then the week after that, we’ll have her “friend” birthday party at the skating rink (that is, if I ever get around to calling to schedule it. And then send invitations. So yeah, that’s questionable.). Not to mention, we’re like hemorrhaging money.

Shoot me.

Even though it stressed me out, their party turned out to be nice, and they had a ball. Here are some pictures, taken by my talented sister Anna.

Check out the cake. I made it myself!

Yeah right – we all know what happens when I bake a cake. Actually, I ordered it from our friend Cortney at Sweet Top Cakery!

Isn’t it cute?

And Luanne at Lulee’s Lollies outdid herself this time – the Star Wars characters she made were amazing!

I only have one birthday party tip, but it is a good one – scoop ice cream into muffin tins before the party to avoid craziness when it’s time to cut the cake!

Kate, aka Princess Leia.

Sam’s lightsaber collection was enough to keep all the kids (and some of the adults) occupied.

Kate and Joshua “fighting.”

Jenny’s husband Bobby is an excellent multitasker.

This is my niece Lily reenacting the scene where Vader gets his hand cut off.

Kate takes this all very seriously.

Cutiepie Jonah.

Kate and her Chewbacca lollie.

The birthday boy.

Looking back on it, I guess it wasn’t that bad. But May can’t get here soon enough!