Jasmine's Sweet Sixteen Pt 2

Jasmine's party turned out wonderfully, and everyone seemed to have a good time. The guests started arriving at 6pm and hor d'ourves were served 'til 6:30p in the main lobby. Guests were finally let into the ballroom at 6:30p where everyone took their seats for Jasmine's grand entrance. Jasmine was escorted not by her mother or father, but by Jacob. And he was pretty close to having a melt down. Poor thing. He wasn't used to such commotion. So, Jasmine came in and was crowned by her mom and dad, her grandmother (my mom) presented her with a promise ring, and a family friend presented her with her last childhood Barbie doll. Her dad gave a toast, and dinner officially began. I really didn't get to enjoy the food since I was responsible for dismissing tables, but they served chef carved prime prime rib along with potatoes, veggies, and pasta and green salad. They also had a toast bread station, and it was sooo good. Mmm. After dinner there was the father/daughter dance. Jasmine danced with all the important men in her life including her dad, uncles, and grandfather. The dance floor was then opened up for everyone.

After some dancing it was time for cake, and just before she cut the cake, Jasmine chose 16 people who've influenced her life. Each person came up to the cake table and lit a candle. The cake was 4 tiers of pure goodness. We had a similar cake for our wedding and it was just as delicious. The bottom layer and third layer were strawberry while the 2nd and 4th tier were fudge. Mmm. After the cake there was more dancing 'til the end of the night which was 11p. I had a nice souvenir from the party, a cold. Yup, I got sick. I should've known, I had been feeling crappy all week, but wasn't sure what I was getting. And Jacob enjoyed himself. He was the life of the party. He took over the dance floor. He danced with anybody and everybody. Seriously, he would get so mad if we had to sit him down or change his diaper. He had such freedom on the floor. And I hope to have some video/photo footage from the pros. They were all over him taking tons of pics of him and video. While planning was filled with drama, things came together perfectly, and I know my niece had a good time. Oh and by the way, before we started planning this party, Jasmine was asked if she wanted a car or a party...of course, she chose the party. Good choice, Jasmine. You know you're gonna get that car, too.

Takin' the mic...

He didn't want to leave this light alone...


My bro the DJ...


The birthday girl...




My sis and the b-day girl...