It has been a year since I wrote this article and this year, a week a go, my son had a party again. This time because he was busy busy kid we had to book it late and many of his friends were busy with end of year graduations, ceremonies and other obligation and you should have seen him that day. he was devastated that only 7 kids RVSPed. He is such a happy and funny kid that it was a torture to watch him in such state.
In the morning, we talked to him about the importance of that day ( We have a rule at home that their birth is so important to us that we celebrate it for a month - ha, ha, I like the idea) and that those who come, want to celebrate with him and those who could not come probably couldn't come.
We talked about games and having fun and came up with some things they can do together.
You won't believe it. There were 7 kids. one of them felt uncomfortable for some reason and sat on the side and did not participate much so with him, there were 8 kids and they were dancing, laughing and playing and had the time of their life. They were so funny and wonderful that when they left, our son said he had a great time and he was so happy. Just 7 kids and a great party. They are wonderful kids.

I think kids would love a mocktail party in the pool. kids are so happy with something special, they will be respectable and appreciative. if you just tell them to keep their drinks from the pool, they will be fine.

Happy party
Ronit

I was just looking in google about mocktails for my daughters 14th birthday party. And came across your page.

We Love having our kids parties at home too.
Its such an important time for us. And I know as they get older there will be times that they would rather just be with friends than hang out with the oldies. But at 14, 8 and 3 we are making the most of it while we can.

I was wondering if doing a mocktail pool party was a great idea. But after reading this I'm excited. Your so right its about teaching the kids/teens that they can have fun with out being drunk.

As a child I never had birthdays. And now as a parent my childrens birthdays are the most important days of my life. Its the day they came into this world, its the day I was bless to to become a parent. On the minute that they where born I always make sure I give them a hug and tell them how lucky I am to have them.

Everyday is a blessing,

Have a great day,
Deb ... in Australia

Again, great to read your comments.
I am glad you like the articles.
I agree, I find some of then annoying too, however, I know that they do this because they are afraid and fear has this ability to clutter people's mind.

you have lucky parents.
My parents never allowed parties, I had maybe 1 or 2 and it is sad.
I found out that most parents are afraid of having too many kids in their house or would not want their kids to be in a place when there are many kids and they are afraid they are not supervised.
I forgive all those parents, I hope you too.

Happy day
Ronit

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