Our family is about to go through the first of many birthdays under "Stay at Home Orders"
It is definitely a rough time right now for our little ones who don't understand why they cant have a full blown part with their friends and at the place of their choosing.
- I have seen the birthday parade where neighbors and friends drive by or stand from their porches with signs and sing happy birthday.
- I have seen companies that will deliver signs and balloons on your front yard the morning of the birthday.
- I have seen "ZOOM" birthday parties and singing.
- I have seen numerous "Pinterest" win and fail moments while using or making fondant or frosting for a fancy cake.
- I have seen people wearing or making special hats or tiaras for the birthday person.
- I have seen neighbors cook dishes or pitch in for door dash to help someone celebrate during this time.
- There are companies doing virtual greetings from a favorite character.
The truth is you can make a birthday special no matter if you have extra funds or don't have much at all:
- Make a special smoothie, coffee, or tea for breakfast. Go on a family walk.
- Have their favorite treat or meal together.
- Make a fort or special throne for the birthday person.
- Make cards for them
- Make an art project or a coupon book of special things to do when this is over.
Just remember it is a special day and they will feel it too.