Things Iain Played with Today

Today Iain attended a birthday party for a friend. She's two. Her grandparents' backyard cannot be described. Truly. Kiddie pool? Check! Trampoline? Check! Playground area built like a pirate ship????? CHECK.

Also, ride-on toys to make a little boy cry. Observe:

Not quite the fire truck Iain rode, but close. You can buy one here (photo from there, too).


Similar to the one Iain rode. This one lacks the lights on top (Boo!), and it's black rather than blue. Still. Get it here (photo from there, too).

A toy backhoe. Available here (image from this source, too)

A toy tractor, available here (image from here, too).

And all this in addition to the party. Ice cream, cake, a parade, singing, funny hats, easter eggs full of little prizes (maracas! Tiny dinosaurs! Fruit snacks!), and a goat. Yes, a goat. Pettable, of course.

In case you're keeping track, that makes two completely unforgettable toddler birthday parties this summer (so far). Next April we might have to do more than give Iain ice cream. Seems like we're letting down our side.