It’s her birthday in a few short weeks.
She still believes in fairies and I know that sadly, that this belief won’t last much longer.
So when she asked me if we could have a birthday party where she and her friends could all dress up as fairies and run in a beautiful garden, I nodded cheerfully.
Secretly though, my heart sank.
We don’t have a garden. Well not one where little girls decked out in their finest garb could run through, and imagine that maybe fairies would be hiding under the snowdrops.
I am not a baker either. Well not a good one.
And how could I entertain these gorgeous girls and have a party they would never forget?
I wanted this to be perfect for my little girl. Because in some ways it is the last one that will be like this. The last one unfettered by the cares that will beset them when they start primary school. The popularity contests, the need to be cool, the need to keep up with everyone else.
Right now, it’s all about wings and slippers and wishing she could fly.
And I slept that night with a heavy heart wishing I had a solution.
Sometimes when things seem insurmountable, wishes come true. I was offered a beautiful garden for the would-be fairies to celebrate in. A beautiful friend sent me recipes showing me how to bake a butterfly cakes and create delicious little finger foods for the children. And I found magical, simple games they can play on the day.
Sometimes wishes do come true.
Today we’ve been blessed with the beautiful words of Sarah of Ah, The Possibilities. Pop over and check out her beautiful blog. Thanks for visiting Sarah. After reading your beautiful post I am feel filled with a little more hope, and a little more wonder. Thank you. x
it is wonderful that people will help out and go the extra mile when it comes to children to help make dreams come true (and parents dreams come true too)! enjoyed the read 🙂 Naomi.
Just awesome …I do believe in faeries ! I do !
Can't wait to hear about the party sounds lovely and also intriguing.If you need any more divine inspiration check out this adorable
party.http://www.hostessblog.com/2010/02/real-parties-fairy-sweet-birthday-party/
I don't have a daughter but if I'm ever blessed with one I want to organise a Fairy Treaure Hunt – it looks way too cute.
Gulp. That is adorable. xx
That is so gorgeous 🙂 Will we see oics on your blog?
Lovely blog you have here too Chantelle. xx
A beautifully written story Sarah. I remember that time in my own life and love that you can capture it for your little fairy. x
Awwww, can you give me a fairy party for my birthday?
This is why I still believe in fairies! They make magic happen all the time. I hope it's everything your darling girl ever hoped for. I know it will be with a mum as lovely as you, Sarah. x
So sweet. I hope there was fairy bread and fairy cakes.
A fairy godmother must have been looking over you! 😉
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