A party fit for a lil KING!- Tip and Tiny's son King turns 3

My parents were not celebrities or dripping with cash (well to me they kinda were) so they didn't have the funds to throw an MTV Sweet 16 type romp bash shindig for me at age of 3, or 4, or 5, or 9, or 16, or...ok look you get the picture. But when you have loving parents who are not hurting for casholo then you get to have a birthday that I'm sure even this three year old will remember. Atlanta's rap sensation T.I. (Clifford Harris) and his significant other, who probably doubles as his best friend (that's a great thing), Tiny (Tameka Cottle) formerly of the popular girl R&B group, Xscape, held a "party like a rock star" type gig for their adorable three year old son King at their smokin' Atlanta home this past Sunday afternoon and evening. The party was held for several hours before the man with a fiery tongue and even hotter album sales left for his event show that he was head lining and late appearance at the Velvet Room in Atlanta that evening. I was wishing I wasn't too old to be adopted or at least a 3 year old again because these kids had so many options at the party. There was face painting, cotton candy, a pony (and other zoo animals I PROMISE), a performance by some youngsters, a space jumper and all out good times and laughs had by all. It was slightly reminiscent of a good ol family reunion. You know the kind with good eatin', a tipsy aunt or uncle scattered here and there, the young adults gossiping and the old heads looking after everyone else. You did not have to be a kid to enjoy the celebration and felt like welcome kin in their home. The party started outside with the DJ mixing not only Tip's joints along with other hot music while the kids ran around in glee UNTIL it started to pour down thunderous rain. But do not be dismayed because that just meant the party continued inside (which I was thankful for due to the EXTREME sweltering heat) where all were invited to continue the fun fest. Their home is something out of a handmade museum, very grown and sexy with touches of fun. But all very touchable because I never saw a sideways look because people were chillin' on the custom white leather couches. One of the coolest thing about the party was the amature boxing ring set up outside that a few young men sparred in before a jeering Jerry Springer like crowd (with gloves and no one was hurt) for a few minutes, drinks for kids and BIG BIG kids, and again...did i mention there was food. And honey let me tell you the food was GOOOOWD! I just have to give this sista and her crew props. Please visit her website and book her for your event. Ashley's as sweet and professional (this party featured soul food but the Atlanta based company can do other foods and can do parties in other cities) as she can be and jammed on the ribs, chicken, potato salad, greens, mac n cheese, yams, etc. yes the list goes on...bad for the waistline but good for the spirit. This talented culinary woman and her incredible catering company was featured on VH1 for her succulent money making services that you can put in your mouth (won't stay in your hands) and is known as one of the celeb chefs to the stars like Ne-Yo, Usher and more! Food worth every penny. Again http://www.theelegantexperience.com/ or email at theelegantexperience@yahoo.com.

1. What is your best bday party memory?? Mine is when I turned 10, my parents even had that one on video. It was the bestest ever...even better than yours I bet...!