In our family, birthdays are pretty evenly spaced. They happen around here about every 3 months of the year. The next birthday to prepare for is my little Princess Claire who will be turning 3 at the end of May. So though it is a month away, I am now thinking about what I can do to make her special day. . .”special.”

• What is the birthday budget for gifts, parties, food, entertainment?
• Will we celebrate on the actual birthday or move the celebration to the weekend?
• Should we have an intimate family party?
• Should we invite friends and extended-family?
• What special activities will we do that day?
• What special meals would make her birthday special?
• What gifts has she been wanting?
• Shall I make or buy a cake?

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