Happy Belated Birthday Dude!

I didn't post on his birthday and am sad I didn't get the date reserved, but nevertheless, my little boy turned seven on the sixth.

I can't believe it.  It seems like yesterday that he was born.  That sweet, chubby little bundle of joy.  That has indeed been a joy all his life.

 He, of course had to spend it at his favorite place.

 Who knew he was into dinosaurs right now, but this cake made him light up like a Christmas tree.

Behold the royal Dude.

 I think part of the fun is that he got crowned by the Chuckster himself.  He was so excited.

 Some of his party guests.

 By far his most favorite part was being in the ticket blaster.  He had planned for this by wearing his new coat because it had big pockets.  I love that he is stuffing the tickets in as fast as he could.

 This is one fabulous little boy that is so kind hearted and loving.  He can get ornery, but will apologize quickly.  He wants to please and to be loved.  We are so honored to have him and to spend every day loving him.

Happy Birthday my sweet boy!

Happy Easter

The Snarky Family

Apparently we won a trophy...

No Control

 So were kids.

 And snow...

Schools are shut down for two days, which means I get a four day weekend.

This picture shows the difference in my children.  One will bundle up and stay inside to watch the other.  Love, love my kids.

Christmas Catchup

This is just one of those random posts to get caught up from our stay in Mississippi.

Christmas was small and according to the Dude, "This is the best Christmas ever!".  I think we are on to something.  It was so enjoyable and the children played all day with the few things they got.

We bought a 4 1/2 foot tree pre-lit tree from Walgreens and it was perfect for the "short" house we were living in.  Had to hang the stockings on the wall.

 This was the extent of our Christmas and I have to say it really felt good.

 A remote control helicopter was the "big" gift from Santa for our little man.  He was so excited.  Was worth waiting up until midnight on Black Friday for.

 Aunt Erika came before Christmas to visit us in the south and left them presents.

 He instantly fell in love with his "wookie".  Seriously, who wouldn't?

I want one!

 His Grandma Lois and Great Grandma gave them what they have been asking for almost all year.

 They are lucky kids.

 Santa didn't bother to ask Mommy whether Silly String was an appropriate gift in their stockings.  What a mess, but they did have fun!

They also got money from their other Grandparents, which is always a kid favorite.  They made sure they spent that on just the right gift.

Thanks to everyone that helped make our Christmas so wonderful.

It was a nice, quiet Christmas.  So grateful for our family and the blessing they are to us.