Do you think that is a pretty fancy set up for a six year old's birthday party? That table top creation was designed by my husband. You can just see the years he spent helping his mother out in the catering business. For the past two years his table's have been over the top. I am so glad he helps me - he has a gift.

We had friends and family over in the afternoon for cake, pinata, pin the tail on the donkey, gifts etc. At one point I looked out the window and saw kids hanging from trees, boys playing football, a game of tag, kids playing in trucks, the girls socializing in a group all at one time. It looked like a real circus. They had a great time. Later, Madeleine and her girlfriends went to Libby Lu's. For those of you with daughters, if you have never heard of this place, Libby Lu's is a dream come true for little girls. They dress them up, do their hair, paint their nails and apply age appropriate make up and sparkles. Madeleine chose the princess makeover. The girls chose to be teen idols, princesses and pop stars and closed it out with a fashion show. They had a blast. Madeleine had her first real slumber party and amazingly they were all asleep by 11:00 pm.

We had a blast but we are glad it's over. Every year this birthday thing gets harder and harder.

Marie Quevedo is the founder and owner of Marie Q Photography, located in Waxahachie, Texas and serving the surrounding Dallas-Fort Worth communities. She specializes in Lifestyle Photography of babies, children, teens, families, maternity and furry friends. She also is a special event photographer for weddings, receptions, christenings, etc. Please visit her website at www.marieq.com or contact her directly at marie@marieq.com. © 2006 Images and Content Marie Q Photography