Birthday Boy!

S-E-V-E-N years old!!! That's just too hard to believe! Jordan is a blast, he's witty, he's full of energy, he's super-duper inquisitive...and best of all, he's my son!

I interviewed him; wanted to see what my seven year old might have in mind for goals/aspirations, here it goes:

What would you like to be when you grow up? "A movie-maker...like, I wanna make Batman movies."

Any athletic goals? "I want to play hockey and lacrosse."

What about spiritual goals? "Learn more about God, because you can never know too much about him."

Favorite food: "Easter lunch, pizza, and candy."

Favorite color: "Blue, because it stands for purity."

Academic goals: "Finish my math work and read a 10,000 page book."

Favorite movies: "Spiderman and Transformers, even though I haven't seen Transformers."

He was sooo over the top excited to open his presents from us...can you tell?!?!

Jannah crafted him a wallet and pocket knife holster from duct tape...

Isn't the excitement evident?

Jordan begged and begged for a pair of Air Jordan shoes...this is his reaction when he opened them!

Money from Grandma, he said he was rich!

Money and legos from Gamma and Gampa

A short walk down memory lane...I love this precious little baby! We love our Jordan!

Fun with Gamma

Isn't this view so pretty?! Wanna know where it's from?!

Can you tell where we are?

Mama and I were on this huge hot air balloon! We had so much fun! I have always wanted to go on a hot air balloon ride; my sweet husband made that happen for my birthday. I was so excited and couldn't wait to go!!!! It was really neat and I realized how much hard work is involved to actually get the balloon prepped to fly. We (the passengers) helped do a lot of the work! The fall colors were gorgeous and the weather was perfect; it was cool, but not cold. I loved every moment of it...thank you, Greg!

Greg and the kids followed the chase crew that followed the balloon, and when we landed, the pilot let the kids get on for a short low ride on the ground...they were happy about that :)

We also went to the famous, must go-to Ted Drewes. It was good, but I think the custard shops we have in O'Fallon are better...just sayin!

We always love it when family comes to see us! Who will be next?

We had a blast, Gamma!

He-is-FOUR!!

Jamison is four years old. I can hardly believe it, nor do I want to! I tell him all the time that he can't get any bigger, that I always want him to be my baby. Regardless of what I tell him, he just keeps getting bigger!

We celebrated him today and it started with a sugar rush from Krispy Kreme! He really likes donuts and this was his pick for breakfast.

A few things that Jamison is crazy about:

balls (has been since he was old enough to recognize one)

playing sports...all of them

gum and candy

his brother and sister

he's a collector of all things, small (any kind of small trinket)

silky shorts (aka: athletic shorts)

he loves to be read to or be told a story

anyone's bed, just not his own

He checked the mail and was so happy to get some cards (I have been saving them for the past few days and I put them in there today, so that he could get them on his birthday)

He was so excited to get "paper money"

He was also thrilled to have a GA Bulldogs football that's just his size!

A new Razor Scooter...he is a pro on this thing!

What celebration isn't complete with party hats and blowers?!?!

Happy Birthday, Baby J!!!

33's All-right

That is...being 33 years old is all-right! This past weekend, I stepped a little closer to the mid 30's and I am okay with it :) I had a wonderful weekend, and I appreciate all of the calls, messages, cards, gifts and love!!!

Greg and Jordan started my day off by bringing breakfast to me while I was in bed, the other two kiddos were still asleep! As a gift, Greg gave me a certificate to go on a hot air balloon ride...YAY! I have always wanted to do that!! I will be sure to tell you about it when I go! For dinner, we went to one of my favorite places to eat, Texas Roadhouse and then to I Scream, U Scream for custard. They have a pumpkin pie concrete that is to-die-for!! Come out to see me and I will take you to get one, too!

I love the days that I am living. I realize that these are the prime years of life and that I will look back and wish these days were still here. I have been so blessed and I thank God for all He has given me!

Friends, Fun and Finds

Here's to Jordan and his baseball team...the Tornadoes!

I was horrible at taking pictures, but it's only because I was having so much fun with the girls! Jannah had her two besties over for a birthday sleepover; we did so many fun things, it was a blast! They are the three amigos, and I am so glad Jannah has these special girls in her life!

Jamison just completed his semester of gymnastics at the Little Gym...he really is a little monkey!

Jamison and Catie Beth proudly showing off their metals

This is my find: a new bike for Jannah that I spotted at a yard sale in the neighborhood! I was so excited to get it at such a good price and she was excited to have a big bike!

Jamsion and Reagan at the zoo...fun times!

Baseball and Birthdays

Jordan is playing baseball! This is his first year to play, he's playing machine pitch and he's learning the game. We have had so much rain that it seems as though half of the practices and games have been cancelled (much to his dismay). Life seems so busy right now with all three J's activities, but I love it that way. I love seeing them try new activities and develop skills as they make friends and learn to be a part of a team. There's a lot to be learned!

You can not tell me that he's not the CUTEST little ball player?!?

Jordan had a delayed birthday party...but I think the "funness" might have made up for the delay! He invited three of his buddies over for a sleepover. They had a blast, and I did, too. What they did: ate a supper that consisted of Jordan's favorite foods, jumped on the trampoline, busted up a pinata, made ice cream sundaes, played nerf wars, played balloon games, they each had a lego kit to put together, watched a movie; last, but not least, they closed their eyes around 11:45...which may have been a few minutes after I closed mine :)

S-I-X

Six years ago, little Jordan made his way into our lives. I can hardly believe it and I somehow wish I could freeze him, right now at this age. It doesn't seem like this much time could have gone by. I mean, really...time flies! He's the character in our house. He is funny, sensitive, super-curious, daring, kind-hearted, silly, helpful, mischievous, wild and full of love.

I realize that every day we have with our children is a gift; and every day, there is a new layer to unwrap.