I look a little jaded because it was 100 degrees F with the relative humidity hovering around 95%; and, the Sultan's gear would have kept an Eskimo warm at the North Pole in an Arctic winter

Even as a wilted lily, you still look resplendent in your sultan's gear! Mind if I join you? That chocolate cake looks scrumptious!

Shosho:
Made by a Chinese family, specialising in celebration cakes made to order from photos in a shapshot album, that Black Forest Gateau was THE most delicious cake I've ever eaten - and the whole cake only cost about 5 Oz dollars

Rayray - I agree with Shosho...you hold up well in all that heat - I would have not been able to take it. LOVE your Sultan's suit - beautiful!
What a joy to share your birthday with that sweet girl. I, too, want a piece of that Black Forest Gateau - YUM!

One more in agreement here. Even wilted in your somewhat self-imposed sauna, you are still a handsome man.
That looks like a wonderful party, both for you and that adorable little 4 yr. old angel.
Is fancy dress the norm for birthday parties there, or was this an inspiration of your own? Either way, it's a wonderful idea that adds excitement to the festivities.
That cake sounds delicious.

Looks as if I will be adding my voice to those above...great picture and great party ....in spite of the heat, or because ofit...you are a 'hottie'...

Must say that the outfit suits you to a T. Thanks for sharing it with us. I love all the decorations and it seems that the little girl received a lot of presents. Her dress resembles what I wore for my first communion. Children today do not dress like that anymore, at least not in Ottawa and not at my church. At St. Antony's church, the little italian girl still wear white dresses with veil for their first communion.

Another wonderful photo!

Heidi:
'Fancy Dress' (or 'ceremonial costumes') are not usual there for birthdays. However the family of the bride (shown in the other wedding photo) run a business of hiring out real antique ceremonial costumes, and as we are/were on good terms with them, we decided (jointly) it would be a good ploy to enliven the party with a bit of their fancy dress (along with the birthday cakes complete with candles). It took me about 4 gale-like blows to extinguish my 59 candles; whilst the little girl took about 59 puffs to snuff out her 4 candles!!

I think you make a very handsome Sumatran Sultan!
Gold is definitely your color!
Should we bow before posting here?

Great photo "Your Highness!!!"

Yes Kathy. Please bow - it improves my confidence - but don't bang your head on your computer screen!

Typical Pommy- whinging about the heat! rotfl