My little Three Year Old.

If someone were to ask me who my best friends were, Levi would be on the top of the list. I sure love this kid, he's so much fun! And I can't believe he's three years old. In just a few month's he'll be in primary (tear).

For weeks we had been talking about his birthday and that he was going to be three years old. I asked him what he wanted at his party. His reply "hot dogs, hats, horns, and a car cake" so that's just what we had. In fact we had to make a quick stop to the store the night before because I had forgotten the hats and horns.

After a morning breakfast with waffles and a great day at church, Levi was pretty tired but kept saying "I can't sleep, it's my birthday!" So he didn't have a nap.
At some point I asked him about who was going to be at his birthday and he talked on and on about the mailman. He absolutely loves that man in the big white truck who comes to our house every day, even though he's only really seen him through our front window. I had to let him down and tell him the mail man probably wasn't going to show up. He had to settle for the rest of his family.

Since he wanted a car cake I thought I'd make him a real live 3D one. It took a while but it was a lot of fun and I learned a lot. I put it on the table in the morning of his b-day so he'd see the finished product and while I was away (at some meeting or something) guess who decided he wanted to stab the top with the candle??? Good thing Jason was able to patch up most of it before I came home.
It was a great day.

Levi, we sure love you and are so happy you were born in our family!!!

Campin'

We finally decided it was time to take the whole family camping. It's been a LONG time since we've all gone. By all going I mean me. I think the last time I went was when I was extremely pregnant with Levi, which was not very comfortable by the way. The boys have done father son camp outs but this was our first with the four of us.

So we headed off to Stub Stewart park. The boys helped dad get fire wood,
Max supervised tent construction,
And Levi played on the playground. A lot. As luck would have it our campsite was right in front of a really cool playground which was played on a lot by both boys.
We didn't stay long but it was a lot of fun. I envisioned our family when the boys are a little older hiking, campfires and playing games. Good times are yet to come!

Pool Party

We had some friends over the other day and no one could resist a quick splash in the pool even though it was kind of cold out. I put in a bunch of hot water which they loved. It's a rough life.

Boating with the Grandparents

Even though the summer's almost over, we only just had our first ride on my dad and stepmom's boat. Also I belive this was Max's first time (at least with me there). I think he liked it!

The suckers helped. So did the grapes, watermelon and chips.
His big bro sure loved it too. This was my favorite shot. All three of my boys. Aren't they cute?
Then we stopped off at a little restraunt floating on the river. It was pretty cool. Levi loved chasing all the birds and Max loved making a big mess.
It's a rare sight, but here's a pic of the women behind the camera.

The Big Five

Friday was our five year anniversary. I can't even believe it has been five whole years. I know to some it doesn't sound like that long and probably in the future when I read this I will think of myself as a 'young wippersnapper' but five whole years is a long time to me.

We got a sitter for all day Friday and got my mom and brother to take the boys for the night and Saturday. It was heavenly not to have to worry about kids for a whole 36 hours. Loved it. We got to go to Ikea, have lunch, go shoe shopping and just have fun enjoying each other's company. It was great to be able to shop together and help each other pick out shoes. Jason's not so bad to take shopping, I'll have to remember that.

For our big day we went to Lake Merwin where my dad and step-mom have a place. We got to go kayaking, have a little picnic and reminisce. I brought the scrapbooks I made of our first couple years of marriage and Levi's first year and we talked about some of our favorite memories. Corny but I loved every minute of it. I often forget about the little things that made me smile. Turns out, they still do.

I'm so glad I got married to the man I did. I can't imagine my life with anyone but him. Here's to another great five years!

Cheese Ball

Another impromptu photo shoot after Levi demanded it while I had my camera out. I sure love that face!

Gummi Love

Who wouldn't love a HUGE gummi shark?