Gingerbread House Party!

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Whew.. what a day! But what a fun day! We had 16 children all making gingerbread houses yesterday.. We had a few issues.. like houses falling apart and had some tireless mom’s working to put them back together. The kids really seemed to enjoy themselves. 

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Here are some pics of all the fun…

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Emily was very happy with how it all turned out.. and I was too. She is already making plans for next years party!

 

Comments

  1. KittyDecember 16, 2007 at 2:51 AM

    That is so sweet of her to do that for the kids. My son and I put together our very first one yesterday. I have it on my blog. I would love to do more next year, but make it from scratch, that one I purchased pre-fabbed, LOL. Thanks for sharing all the great pics......Kitty

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  2. pljammieDecember 16, 2007 at 6:55 AM

    That makes me want to have a Gingerbread House party! I'll have to write that down to remember for next year.


    Mrs. P

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  3. CathyDecember 16, 2007 at 3:26 PM

    Crystal,

    It looks like everyone had a great time. How sweet of you all to host this. I loved seeing the pictures..thanks for sharing them.

    Love ya friend,

    Cathy

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  4. abundantblessingsDecember 16, 2007 at 10:27 PM

    It looks like all had a great time!!!

    I wanna come next year!! :)


    Love ya,

    Laurie

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  5. Laura of Harvestlane CottageDecember 17, 2007 at 2:57 PM

    Hi!

    It looks like it was a wonderful party. It must have been so much fun for the kids. What a memory you've all made. Thank you for sharing.


    Your blog has been such an inspiration to me over the last couple of years. I've finally started a blog of my own. I've included you in my blogroll and I'd like to invite you to come and visit my blog cottage.


    God bless & Merry Christ mas!

    Laura

    http://lauraofharvestlane.wordpress.com

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  6. imspeclDecember 18, 2007 at 12:38 AM

    Wow, looks like you had a house full! LOL. Also looks like tons of fun. Glad all went well and everyone had a great time. Emily is very special to want to do that for everyone! You must be so proud. Have a restful day!


    Michele

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  7. mamaof2andtwinsDecember 18, 2007 at 1:21 PM

    You are a brave woman! I am glad you had help. I might just come next year with Laurie! LOL!

    Blessings,

    Jennie

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  8. gabbie427December 19, 2007 at 12:18 AM

    What a wonderful day!!! The kids look like they are having so much fun and the houses look great!!!


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