Water Party for James' 10th

James will turn 10 years-old on Fast Sunday August 4th. Congratulations James, we're so proud of you! James agreed to have his party a little early so we could celebrate with him while we were there. It was a great party with lots of water! It was perfect for a hot summer day and everyone had a great time throwing water balloons, spraying water from the hose, using water guns, buckets of water, as well as the water slide, the slip 'n slide, the zip line, the hay wagon and food! A big thank you to Matt and Ellen for planning and hosting such a fun, wet and memorable party.

A great birthday banner that held together in the winds better than my streamers and balloons.

The handsome birthday boy! Congratulations James. Smart too. He can do math flash cards faster than I can flash them.

One of two coolers full of water balloons. Matt had the talent, patience and apparatus to fill all these balloons.

James was one of the first to go down the zip line at the party. You can see the starting point at the top of the ladder.

James loved his Star Wars Lego fighter.

Scott made sure everyone was having a good time... even the cat!

Matt explained the obstacle course and James was the first one to run the course.

The water balloon launcher was a big hit too!

Scott sent this one right at some of his friends. Good Shot!

One of the kids started riding a peddle Kart and soon found he was riding through the backyard car wash.

Another boy came down the zip line to a wet welcoming committee.

Time to dry off and let Matt take the boys for a ride on the hay wagon.

Hey, where did they all go?

After a ride through the back 40... it's time for a water balloon free-for-all.

Next it was treat time with brownie-filled ice cream cones!

James looks good in basic vanilla.

Next, back on the hay wagon for another ride and a surprise ambush.

Parents took aim and soaked the boys... to the delight of all!

Grandma and Benny enjoyed a lot of bonding time.

Still got that popcorn treat in hand.

It's always more fun to read a book with grandma... and a popcorn treat.

James opened presents and was very gracious. He really liked this gift!

Just what I need! A water gun!

James loved this one too. He quickly became very good at spearing the ball on the string and a lot more tricks.

The final game was the clean-up game. The winner would get a 3 lb. sucker on a stick. Some of the guys were more into getting the sucker than others.

...then there is always the little brother there to squirt the big guys while they are working.

Great party! Lots of non-stop water fun, games and surprises. James will long remember his 10th birthday. Congratulations James! It was fun to share the experience with you.