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Decorate To Celebrate
By Leslie BlumensteinIt seems kids birthday parties are becoming more elaborate and original each year. These days a simple birthday celebration with a cake and balloons is just not the norm. So why not decorate to celebrate. Set the tone of the party with one of our fabulous kids birthday party invitations and then get to work on the party decor. All this is possible with just a little bit of planning in advance. A little preparation can go a long way to help prevent those last minute rushes that can come with any party planning. Birthday Party Basics to Remember: Start the birthday party planning 4 to 6 weeks in advance. Pick a theme and it will help organize your thoughts. It could be anything from ...
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Kids Birthday Fun Facts
- The day of the week in which the most babies are born is Tuesday while Sunday is the lowest day.
- In America, there was once a tradition where the child was spanked gently; once for every year he had lived and once for good luck. A child of eight would be spanked nine times.
- In Ireland, the birthday child was lifted by his hands and feet and "bumped" on the floor, once for every year he has lived, and once for good luck.
- Traditionally, children in Japan celebrated their birthdays on January 1. Family and friends gathered around to protect them and that's how birthday parties originated.
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