Note in a Bottle

After Elijah's party we had some cousins who helped us assemble "Thank You Notes in a Bottle" to those who came to the party. It was loads of fun. The bottle held a Note (of course), some sunglasses, a flip flop keychain, some pictures from the party and a cool Star Wars watch.

Come Surfin' with Me

Yesterday Elijah had a party for a very FEW of his friends--he had a hard time choosing who he would invite with the number we gave him.
Had some sweets.

They colored their own bucket hats- some budding artists here.

Played some COOL games like...blowing bubble balls across the floor, beachcombing, limbo, fish*fish* shark, candybar game and more.

A truly GNARLY time was had by all.

Surfing Birthday Party

Just getting ready for the party. Thought I would share the dessert with you guys. Wish me luck!

Bingham Ball

Valesca and Braden showing off their masks as they head to the Bingham Ball.

Happy Birthday to my tallest child-so far

Oh, my boy Joshua. How could it be that you are 15 years old? You are my only child that obeyed and was born on the day we had scheduled...no problems, just a really high pitched cry.

This year you requested chocolate cake, chocolate frosting with dippin' dots inside the cake- and being the mother I am, I followed through and you were actually SURPRISED!
Thank goodness you are taller than me, but I am still getting used to all of those whiskers and the hair that is just a little too long.


Fifteen????? I know you want to get your learners permit next week, but you are just going to have to wait a little longer.

You are so sensitive to those around you (unless it is your brother) and you really care about others. I just don't know why you decided to like everything that I like: Reeses, Divinity, Fudge, Shrimp...now I have to share. (ha ha)

And after all these years, you still look just as good in a bow tie. Happy Birthday young Jedi. May the Force be With You!