[blparent] Planning a Birthday Party

[Jeri Milton]

Hi Jo Elizabeth.

That's a good question. The parties that we've had for Dylan since he's been
in school have been at the pizza place. I like to do it there because it's
less work for us here at home, both before and after the party. I do want to
do one here at home however, I don't want to do it without help. People who
can see like to have help prepping for a party, so it's ok. If you have it
at home do you have a person who can help you out? As far as the food goes,
I agree that buffet style is the way to go. Serve themselves you know? We in
the past have done a crock pot with meatballs, some rolls on a platter, chip
and dip. Then disposable cups, and a couple bottles of soda or juice. Maybe
some water bottles and a pot of coffee. That way you're eliminating the
worry about touching their food. Also, you never know some of the parents
may end up being helpful. I totally understand your anxieties though. Heck
just when we had Dylan's party last November, there was a mom who was
totally apprehensive to approach me. Carl was running around with the kids,
but I was setting with my mom. I would move around between the tables with
my cane, but at one point I guess there was a mom who had slowly walked up
to me. You know, stealth like? Hehehehe. Anyway, she finally worked up the
courage to introduce herself and to tell me which one was her kid. The only
reason I know about her coming up to me slowly is because my sister in law
was watching her the entire time. It was as if she just didn't quite know or
maybe understand that yes, Dylan's mom is blind boys and girls. Hehehehe.
Sometimes it is fun to try to read people's reactions. Anyway, Jo Elizabeth
you strike me as the type of mom who will be just fine either way you decide
to do it. 

Jeri

-----Original Message-----
From: blparent [mailto:blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Jo
Elizabeth Pinto
Sent: Tuesday, January 15, 2013 11:06 PM
To: Blind Parents Mailing List
Subject: Re: [blparent] Planning a Birthday Party

Hi.  Did you have parties for your family and friends, or parties for kids
you didn't know well and their parents?  I don't mind having people I know
in my home, but I feel a bit nervous about inviting in strangers.  How would
I keep them entertained?  How would I keep them out of where they didn't
need to be?  Would I need help with decorating?  Games?  Would the other
parents help me, or would I be on my own with the kids?




Jo Elizabeth

Truth is tough. It will not break, like a bubble, at a touch; nay, you may
kick it about all day like a football, and it will be round and full at
evening.--Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr.
-----Original Message-----
From: Jeri Milton
Sent: Tuesday, January 15, 2013 6:03 PM
To: 'Blind Parents Mailing List'
Subject: Re: [blparent] Planning a Birthday Party

Hi Jo Elizabeth.
Do you mean what do you need to know about planning a birthday party,
general questions or how do you plan it as a blind mom?

We've had several of the kids parties here at the house. I love to plan
them. Let me know what you mean and I'll help you.

Jeri

-----Original Message-----
From: blparent [mailto:blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Jo
Elizabeth Pinto
Sent: Tuesday, January 15, 2013 2:51 PM
To: NFBnet Blind Parents Mailing List
Subject: [blparent] Planning a Birthday Party

Okay, so as a blind mom, I feel really self-conscious about having a bunch
of kids and their parents in my home.  But my daughter wants a birthday
party for some of her preschool friends, not just the one at church that we
usually have for her.  So where do I start?  What do I need to know?

Sorry if this is a stupid question.

Jo Elizabeth

Truth is tough. It will not break, like a bubble, at a touch; nay, you may
kick it about all day like a football, and it will be round and full at
evening.--Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr.
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