First Days and Birthday

Today was Colin's first day of first grade! I know what you're thinking....."already?!" Crazy, right?! What ever happened to going back to school after Labor Day? They can't be mad when he misses a couple days of school the second full week due to a quick vacation! That's all I'm sayin'. Anyhoo-he woke up totally excited and really enjoyed his day. It was really strange having him leave at seven and not get home until almost three. That's almost like a full-time job!

Today was also Blake's third birthday. I can't believe it. Three years already. (I also can't believe I was ready to have another child when Colin was this age! I was pregnant with Blake when Colin turned three.) We had Blake's party on Saturday and it was a blast! He had a Toy Story bounce house, a sno-cone machine, a nice pool to enjoy, and a delicious BBQed meal cooked up by Dad. Thanks to all that joined us. He really had a great time.

Tonight we had a special family spaghetti dinner (his fav) with a giant chocolate chip cookie cake thanks to Nana.

Blake-it's been a fun journey with you so far. You keep us on our toes, are a great friend and brother to Colin, and we can't imagine life without our little boy. We love you!