Pippa had the best birthday awaking to the balloon filled house with two enormous boxes containing James & Patrick’s presents. Patrick’s she had to bash her way into to reveal a magic kit for Pippa and him to do tricks together and a photo of the school kids on the oval from the helicopter. James’ gift had to be driven out of the box – a remote control car that Pippa can sit in her chair and whizz around the lounge room. Pippa uses her hand to accelerate forward and backward and James steers. Later it was modified and turned into a weapon of mass balloon destruction! Or perhaps I should call it an ankle terrorising beast! Of course it was no surprise that both boys had included thoughtfully written cards with their gifts.
Pippa had her ears pierced and now wears the prettiest little blue earrings. Throughout the day our door was a constant stream of deliveries – each one bringing smiles and joy – balloons in all shapes and sizes, flowers, gifts, mail. On a hot day one poor florist came back at least 3 times!
We held her party at the cinema where all her friends were greeted by and treated to some laughter from Bubbles the Clown. Everyone enjoyed watching a few funny little pixar animations followed by a comedy of errors birthday party episode of Modern Family, “Fizbo”. We all marvelled at the magical illusions of Michael the Magician and anyone who asks Pippa will know that she put a yellow scarf into his magic hat but out came a $50 note! Finally, she had a birthday cake. Not a real cake though, one that James threw into Patrick’s face! Patrick had no idea and it literally knocked him for six! The party finished with exactly what Pippa wanted – Ice Cream with Mr Whippy waiting outside and everyone having had a great time.
Pippa came home and opened all her presents reading every single card. Today she was reading every word written on every card that was made by every one of the classrooms at school. She opened more cards and gifts that she didn’t get to last night and went through all the text and blog messages.
Pippa already knows she is loved by so many people far and wide – what a great feeling that is! This birthday has not only created another magical memory, but brought that love to life once again. Every gift she received was perfect and obviously so thoughtfully chosen for her. I wanted to share a framed poem written by one of her friends……
Happy birthday, my great friend,
Amazing times, we like to spend.
Fun and happiness, common for us,
A friendship that will never rust.
My special friend that I hold dear,
I always wish to have you near.
We stay together, like bees to honey,
a friendship worth, much more than money.
Happy birthday my great friend,
I’m so excited to attend.
Your thoughts are always clear, in my mind,
Both understanding we always find.
Pippa, I’m glad your birthday has come,
So be very proud of all you have done.
Now this poem is coming to an end, I just wanna
let you know you are such an
inspiring friend.
xxx
We have now had 4 fantastic days of Pippa being really great – lots of life about her, sparkle in her eyes, happy, cheeky and her “I can do it myself attitude” shining. It certainly must be birthday magic!
Thank you to everyone who helped make Pippa’s 11th Birthday so very Magical.
Pippa Rea 