An 11th Birthday!

Preston's birthday fell on a Thursday the same day he was born, October 29, which happened to be gymnastic night. Gymnastics night for the boys means we are gone from 5:15 to 6:45, that threw a little damper on the plans but we worked around it.

He opened presents once Jeff got home, between 5:08 and 5:15.

Around 7:00, we were ready for some taco soup.

There really was no theme, but he wanted black.

Of course, we had to have cheesecake for his birthday cake.

We enjoyed some Pop Rocks.

Preston had begged family to come down to share in his day. He even offered to give up presents so they could have money to come, but none were able. So we invited over Kevin and Marty.

Kevin sportin' Kaylie's Minnie Mouse sunglasses.

ELEVEN things I LOVE about Preston!

1. He is very good at getting others involved.

2. He's like his daddy and he can talk to just about anyone.

3. The sound of his laugh.

4. How creative and inventive he is.

5. That he's chosen to follow Christ.

6. He still will cuddle with me.

7. When he hugs me and says, "I love you mom."

8. The little notes he makes me and leaves around for me to find.

9. He's a great helper.

10. The way he plays with his younger brother's and sister.

11. He's just so darn cute!

May God bless you this next year of your life. May He mold you into what He has designed you to be. May you always love Him with your whole heart, soul and mind.