Yesterday we attended the 8th birthday of one of the girls’ schoolfriends.
They’ve been great friends since prep.
I was really touched that the girls were invited, as it was clear that the birthday party was planned for a small group of select friends. Luckily the day dawned crisp and cool for a normal Brisbane autumn’s day, and we had a lovely afternoon for a little party.
The kids got to run around playing with odds and ends as they usually do, and were shepherded to a nearby park for laser tag. In the meantime, a few adults gathered at the back patio to chat, nibble on party goodies and to imbibe of tea and coffee. Of course, as usual, I had my trusty sketchbook with me and since I had the luxury of time, undemanding company and a nice suburban view right in front of me, I simply had to document the event in my notebook.
What I love about this little school community is the unpretentious nature of it. No massive parties thrown for the sake of impressing people, no super-expensive goody bags for the kids to take home, no specially catered 5-star food. Just a cosy afternoon where kids could be kids with their good friends, letting their hair down, with favourite party foods, and where simple bubble wands and a few Mentos lollies provide a memorable finish to a very comfortable Saturday afternoon. The girls told me they had a fabulous time and came home, tired but cheerful.
Backyard of suburban Brisbane home, 8 Mile Plains
