Having a Ball with Balloons

Birthdays are not just simple one-day celebrations around these parts, no sir. They are week-long celebrations. After a long weekend where Oliver was the centre of attention, he got to spend one more day in the spotlight in the company of all his friends at daycare. He was greeted with many choruses of happy birthday greetings from Miss Tiana, Miss Jen and all the other teachers. But the highlight of the day waited until after naptime, when the amazing Brad the Balloon Man from B-Radical Balloons came to put on a show for the whole school, with Oliver as the special guest. Mom, Dad and Gran arrived a bit late and snuck into the back to watch the kids have fun. Oliver was right up front and laughing the whole time. The show included audience participation and Isabelle, Oliver and even Dad got roped into helping Brad out. Everyone in attendance got one of Brad's amazing creations, however Oliver and Isabelle made out like bandits, each taking home multiple balloons, with Brad also staying late to make a few extra ones for them. Oliver and friends retired to their room for some snacks and cupcakes, with everyone buzzing about how great Brad was. He was the perfect entertainer to have for this crowd, everyone loved him and we even got a few messages from parents thanking Oliver for his party. It was an awesome afternoon and it made Oliver feel so special. Hey bud, you can only be the birthday boy once a year, make the most of it!

Oliver gets a shout out on the big board at daycare

Isabelle, so happy to lend a hand

She was SO thrilled when they told her she could bring this home

Happy boy sitting front and centre

Proud to be sister of the birthday boy

Even prouder to have Gran be there with her

Isabelle tests out Brad's Buzz costume

Gran hams it up with her biggest fans

Isabelle helps defend the galaxy

Oliver gets his turn to battle alien invaders

These aren't your average balloons. Amazing. Check 'em out.
Back row: Flower/Ladybug, Octopus, Lion, Space Alien.
Front Row: Dragon, Shark, Sleeping Beauty, Lightning McQueen.

Happy birthday, Oliver. Three years old and as cute and charming as ever.