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Friday, January 2, 2009

Greek to Me

The boys sadly missed dressing up in costumes when we were in California at the end of October. I thought we could sneak in a few togas for Levi's birthday party instead. They couldn't decide whether they wanted to be Spartan soldiers or citizens of Athens, so we mixed it up a little. (They discarded the armor and weapons for the photo.)

Ilex always throws herself whole-heartedly into occasions such as this. She joined the boys in her toga, helped make the wreathes for their heads, and illustrated Levi's birthday card. (Aunt Shannon, Ilex's 'twin', also arrived in a toga. Have I mentioned what a cool family I have?)
On the Menu:
Hummus and Pita Chips
Greek Breads (flat bread, olive bread, etc...)
Olive Oil (for dipping)
Sliced Meat and Cheeses
Spanakopita (phyllo with spinach and feta)
Olives
Stuffed Dates
Parthenon Cake


I can't believe I have a 7 year-old!

7 comments:

  1. Happy Birthday, Levi! Seven is so
    Big!

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  2. What a great idea! That must have been so much fun, and everybody got involved! You do indeed have a cool family!

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  3. Happy birthday, handsome boy!

    I'm with ya' on the "can't believe it" part. I've got one turning 9 this year. Nine! How did that happen?!

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  4. What a fun party!

    My youngest turned 4 a few days ago, and my oldest will be 6 in a couple of weeks. I can't believe it either!

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  5. Oh what fun!! You're a great Mama.

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