May 18, 2014

Teens, Teams and a Trolley Ride!

Thankfully, Mother Nature cooperated for Emma's 16th birthday on Saturday. 
 We've had something special planned for weeks and we were completely dependent on the weather because we were all going to be outside for 4+ hours.
 We rented this lovely trolley from the Grand Rapids Trolley Company to drive us to and from the West Michigan Whitecaps baseball Saturday evening game.
We had tickets behind home plate.
Emma got to throw out the opening pitch (along with a few others who were also celebrating birthdays).
She was also up on the big-screen for everyone to sing her "Happy Birthday" (yes, she was totally embarrassed).
Then, she had cupcakes delivered to her and her friends during the game (YUM).
The evening ended with fireworks and then a ride back home on the trolley, where the party continued with presents, more food and a sleepover.
It was a night to remember.  

Thank you Mother Nature for keeping the rain and snow away.
PS.  Blogging friends...thank you all the birthday wishes for Emma.  I still can't believe my baby is 16!
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21 comments:

  1. NanaDianaMay 18, 2014 at 9:30 AM

    WOWWWWW!!!!!!! What a way to celebrate turning 16! That is a birthday celebration she will NEVER forget. You did good, Mom...very very good! She is a beautiful girl! xo Diana

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  2. LynneMay 18, 2014 at 10:33 AM

    WOW . . . what a fun sixteenth birthday for Emma!
    And now momma is next . . . (Not 16th though!)

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  3. Lutka And Co.May 18, 2014 at 11:53 AM

    What a wonderful day for you all! Glad the weather cooperated :)

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  4. MargaretMay 18, 2014 at 12:57 PM

    What a great birthday. I think that is such a unique way to celebrate. I'm sure everyone had a great time. The sleepover was proudly amazing too! Glad the weather cooperated! Party on Emma!!!

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  5. ~Lavender Dreamer~May 18, 2014 at 1:21 PM

    Wow! How fabulous! Happy Birthday sweet Emma! Would you consider letting some of your Mom's friends come along next year? Have a FUN weekend with your sweet family! Hugs, Diane

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  6. LeeMay 18, 2014 at 2:23 PM

    HaPpY (belated) BiRtHdAy to Emma!
    You planned a terrific celebration!

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  7. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasMay 18, 2014 at 2:41 PM

    Happy Birthday to sweet Emma!! Love the trolley ride!!

    Looks like you had great weather!!

    Happy sweet 16 to Emma!!

    Thanks for stopping by, Kim!!

    Hugs,
    Debbie

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  8. JbooMay 18, 2014 at 3:54 PM

    Wow -- what a fabulous birthday! So happy the weather cooperated! Yay Emma!!

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  9. LynnMay 18, 2014 at 4:42 PM

    What a special way to celebrate a B-Day! I'm sure everyone had a blast:@)

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  10. laurie -magpie ethelMay 18, 2014 at 5:35 PM

    What a super awesome party! Definitely one that she and her friends will always remember..you only turn 16 once!

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  11. Pam~ Virginia RetroMay 18, 2014 at 6:25 PM

    What a fab and memorable way to celebrate her sweet 16...embarrassing big screen and all. Love the trolley too.

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  12. ~Damita's Pretty Wrap~May 18, 2014 at 7:44 PM

    Oh how fun!! Lovely pictures and thank goodness for good weather!! :) Looks like a special and very rememberable birthday celebration! Hugs, Holly

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  13. La Vie QuotidienneMay 18, 2014 at 8:49 PM

    What a wonderful, and very original birthday celebration! So happy that Mother Nature cooperated.

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  14. Pam KesslerMay 18, 2014 at 9:15 PM

    Is it sad that we have to be thankful for no snow IN MAY! Glad the girls had a great time. Too cool that she got to throw out a pitch!

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  15. vintage greyMay 18, 2014 at 10:36 PM

    Wow, what an awesome sweet 16!! So happy you had wonderful weather! A day she will treasure and always remember!! xo Heather

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  16. A Little CreationMay 18, 2014 at 11:57 PM

    What an awesome birthday day!
    You can plan my birthday any day.
    Happy Birthday to Emma.
    Chris =]

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  17. LBPMay 19, 2014 at 8:30 AM

    What a great birthday party! A trolley ride! That is so special. She will remember that day for the rest of her life.

    Blessings

    Linda

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  18. Corey May 19, 2014 at 8:31 AM

    Holy Cow! Now there's a sweet sixteen she won't forget! And I'm sure her friends won't forget either! They look like such a nice group of girls... Happy Birthday again to Emma!

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  19. JodeeMay 19, 2014 at 9:24 PM

    Oh my word! What an amazing night! It looks like everyone had sooo much fun! Great pictures! Happy Sweet 16 to your sweet gal!

    P.S. Was it a surprise or did she know?!

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  20. CourtneyMay 25, 2014 at 10:23 AM

    What an awesome birthday party!

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  21. KJ@letsgoflyakiteJune 5, 2014 at 6:09 AM

    That is such an unforgettable 16th birthday. Toronto has a streetcar system, so I have a fondness for electric trolley cars! How awesome that she's threw an opening pitch!! You are a fabulous family.

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