Our Big Girl has hit the Big 5 and to celebrate we had to opt for the local nature center rather than Chuck E. Cheese. Molly really tried to stop her thumb sucking habit but as she puts it "It's Too Hard" so we discussed her alternative options and she chose natures way. Brukner Nature Center is located just outside of Troy, Ohio and was originally established by the founder of the Waco Airplane factory, one of the original airplane manufacturers. The center is a rehabilitation center for injured wild animals. To learn more about Brukner Nature Center
go to: www.bruknernaturecenter.com
With nature in mind Molly decided to go with the "Madagascar" theme for her party. So Kristy, Tove, and Sherry set up all the party favors and got the activity room decorated just in time for the arrival of all of Molly's friends.
The kids started the day with coloring pictures on our parcel paper table cover.
Then it was on to musical chairs with the music of "I like to Move it, Move it" from the Madagascar soundtrack.
With cake and ice cream out of the way, Molly moved on to her presents. She received many wonderful gifts from her family and friends.
The centers naturalist then came to introduce the kids to some of the locals who live at the center. The kids were first introduced to a toad which was very hungry. The kids were amazed as the toad used its long tongue to catch meal worms placed in front of it. The kids got to touch the toad if they were brave enough.
The next visitor was a slithering snake which brought some fear to the children and all scooted back as the snake got closer. Molly the brave was not afraid to touch the snake unlike most of her other friends.
The turtle was next and was glad to come out and play with all the kids.
The last critter was an opossum. When the naturalist asked the kids what an opossum eats one child with some insight answered "garbage" which caught the naturalist off guard. The naturalist went on to explain that normally opossums eat berries and seeds. I don't think the kids were convinced.
Our next stop was the bird watching observatory. However, the kids were unable to draw in too many birds because they couldn't keep their happy voices down.
Then it was on to the hiking trail. The kids were full of energy and ready to walk miles. The parents on the other hand was showing some signs of exhaustion by the end of the trail.
The birthday girl led the way as we ventured into the great outdoors.
Over the bridge and through the woods.......
The trail ended at the observation area where the animals that have become dependent on humans live. From a Bald Eagle to a Bobcat, the kids got see with their big eyes many of Heavenly Fathers most beautiful creatures.
Molly received her last gift as we were about to leave, Kristy rode out Molly's new princess bike into the parking lot.
Molly rode right into her fifth year in style. Our beautiful girl is growing up faster and faster every day. She was been such a blessing to our family, one of God's precious daughters indeed.
A very successful birthday party indeed.
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