We have a 5 year old in the house!

 This post is for you Mason Jay!  It's that time of year to reflect on our oldest boy who just happened to turn 5 on thursday!  Mason had a great birthday.  On his special day he woke up to a bed full of balloons and a special chair decorated for him at breakfast time.  He got to open his present from Mom and Dad.  Then for dinner we had pizza (his choice).  He had to wait until Saturday for his party.  We decided to do a homerun derby party.  Daddy brought nets from school and pitched balls to the boys.  Then we had pizza and the boys got to play in the water park for awhile.  He had a blast with his buddies as you can see.



the homerun derby setup

Mason with his buddies

Mason you have grown so much this year.  You finished your first year of preschool and have just started your second.  I am excited for you to meet new friends and learn even more this year.  You continue to surprise me with the things your little brain soaks up.  You love to play games, and are definintely competative.  You've beaten me so far at go fish, checkers, and memory.  You are amazing at any sport you try and you always give your all.  I love watching you play soccer, not only because you know how to score goals, but because you are so great at helping your teammates score as well.  You are a great encourager to others.  It's been fun watching you and Talen play together this past year.  You have been good at showing him how to ride your old bike, playing hockey with him, and pretending to be super heros.  When he has a bad dream at night and cries, you are always good at telling him "it's ok."

You learned how to swim without floaties this year and even jump off the diving board all by yourself!  You were hesistant at the start of the week, but tried anyways and did great.  Like most new things that come your way, you are cautious at the start, but your strong will takes over and you do it.  We are so blessed to have had you another year in our lives.  We love you like crazy, happy birthday Mason Jay!