TJ's 5th Birthday!!!!

TJ is 5!!!!! I can't believe it. It just doesn't seem possible...

The gift Alli picked out and wrapped and decorated for him- that's some kind of Star Wars aircraft and 2 SW men with light sabers. He asked daily for about a week or two when he would get to open these presents. He is very persistent.

Enjoying cupcakes that Aunt April prepared for the birthday boy. They happened to be in town for a trip to Fiesta, TX on his birthday. We passed on joining them at the park- I didn't think I could handle the heat, but we enjoyed lots of fun with them at the house.




Yummy sprinkle cupcakes!!!
And that's one of the lego sets he got to pick out from Aunt April at Target!

Celebrating with cousins Maddy and Lainey!!

Now for the big birthday party at Chuck E Cheese. He was certain after seeing the CEC party commercials that he wanted to have his party there and couldn't wait to do the ticket blaster. For some reason I never thought a CEC party sounded like a very good idea, but that's what he wanted, so that's what he got. It turned out to be great and he absolutely loved the whole thing. I am really glad we did it on a friday and not a saturday though- that place is crazy on Saturdays- still don't think I would ever do that.

The whole party crowd minus a couple who must have been playing games. TJ's cousins Cade and Gavin even drove out from Katy which was exciting. TJ thinks they are super cool 'cause they like Star Wars and they are his only boy cousins. And Alli got to invite a friend so she wouldn't be the only girl at the party.

TJ with best buds Grant and Jake.

And cousins Cade and Gavin- handsome blondie boys!

I outsourced the cake to a sandwich shop/bakery in Boerne and I think it turned out great- super delish too! This may be the end of my cake baking and decorating :-)

The birthday King

The birthday boy and Alli with Chuck E.

And the long awaited Ticket Blaster...

He got to pick one person to come in with him, so of course he picked big sis Alli! He had received lots of coaching (from mommy and daddy) and knew exactly what to do. He stuffed tickets everywhere. So much fun!

We love you so much TJ!! You are so full of life and energy. You love being silly and "tricking" people and keep us laughing lots. You can often be found hiding around the corner waiting to jump out and scare us. You are a very deep thinker asking philosophical questions that are beyond your years. You love to snuggle up while watching TV and give the biggest, best, tightest hugs ever. One of your favorite things is rastling with dad- you never get tired of it. You love to swim, fish, drive your gator, swing and you're a great shot with your bb gun. The ranch is one of your favorite places and you never pass up a chance to go. You bring so much joy to our lives and I can't wait to watch you as you continue to grow!!!