By: Jenna Hartman
Updated: Jan. 27, 2015
Originally Published: Feb. 28, 2011
Today was my son Leo’s 5th birthday party, and despite my best efforts to create a memorable experience, it quickly turned into what I can confidently say was the worst party I’ve ever hosted. Perhaps the worst party anyone has ever attended.
It all started off on the wrong foot when the superhero entertainer I hired, dressed as a popular character, showed up a full half-hour late. Instead of the excited gasps I anticipated, he was met with shouts of “You’re not the real one!” echoing from a gaggle of four- and five-year-olds. Rather than bringing the thrilling gadgets and games we had discussed, he arrived empty-handed and clueless about how to engage the kids—he couldn’t even organize a decent game of tag. Instead, the little ones spent their time trying to pull off his mask, much to his dismay. As the minutes ticked by, the atmosphere was thick with impatience; it was a disaster, to say the least.
However, amidst the chaos, Leo had the time of his life. He relished having his friends around, enjoyed crafting capes, tolerated the not-so-great superhero, and savored every bite of his birthday cupcakes. His joy radiated exactly as I had hoped, and that sweet smile of his was worth it all.
So, what was my issue? I had organized this party for Leo, yet I found myself frustrated and upset. Why did I care so much about the opinions of the attending parents, the other children, or even my husband? It felt silly to be so invested in the performance of an event meant solely for my son. After all, he was the happiest little boy around, just as I envisioned.
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In summary, while my attempts at creating the perfect birthday party fell flat, the happiness of my son was the ultimate goal, and in that regard, we succeeded.
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