Birthday Celebrations, Budgeteer Style

Carson had a big birthday last week, and we celebrated for four straight days without busting the budget. Thursday he celebrated with friends at school. His teachers gave him an awesome birthday crown (which he has worn pretty much non stop since then) and Carson brought his class friends a healthy snack of carrots and bunny crackers, followed up with mini cupcakes! It was Rachel’s day to be the parent helper, so she got to see the excitement they all shared. For less than the cost of purchasing treats, we splurged on buying two mini cupcake pans to bake our own treats. We decided that with 12 more years of school ahead of us, it was a great $6 investment. For about 10 bucks, eighteen 4 and 5 year olds had an incredible Thursday morning.

Friday and the weekend continued the celebration of Carson turning 5 with various family members. Dinner at Culver’s one night, thanks to a gift card from Grandma and Grandpa M., followed up with cake and ice cream at home. Dinner out with another set of grandparents, and more cake on Saturday. Sunday was finally dinner at home, but still more cake! Carson would like to thank all of his friends and family for the gifts, birthday wishes and helping him celebrate. He even got a special birthday card from Coach Mike, which he thought was super cool! Even with all of the excitement, we never cease to be amazed at the fun a single balloon (one of 25 for $1) can provide! Happy Birthday Carson!

 

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[Heather H.]

The best things in life really are free (or 25 for $1 which is pretty close to free) :)