Dawson's First Day of Kindergarten

Its a big year for Dawson - headed to kindergarten - and breaking his momma's heart.

Here the boys are...all ready to go!

Outside his classroom - he was so excited!  Praying for you to have
a most wonderful first year of school, my little buddy!

Caiden's First Day of School - 2nd Grade

2nd Grade Already!  Ah...this momma's heart is hurting!

Getting some love from his brothers.

All ready to go!  Praying for a fabulous year for you, my sweet boy!

Dawson's 5th Birthday is Cheesy...

at Chuck-E-Cheese, of course!  That was the place he wanted to go and there was no changing his mind.  He had a great day with some great friends!

His CARS2 cake!

Meeting Chuck-E or is it just Chuck?

Getting "crowned" by CEC.

Getting ready for the TICKETBLASTER!

This was his favorite part!

Um..yeah...brotherly love!

He will never forget this one!

BINDERS + BEBOWS = lots of BOYS

Mandy and her two big boys, Karson (age 6) and Sawyer (age 4) came to visit us for the weekend of Dawson's birthday.  We have been friends since 2nd grade and kept in touch over the years.  It is so cool that our kids are friends.  We visit them every time we head back to Michigan. 

The boys had a blast together!

Awww....what a nice pic!

Acting like they like each other!

Super Silly!

Cole finally catches on!

Summer Fun!

Here's a look at a few things we did around the house during the summer months. 

Dawson as "Peter Pan."

Cole dressed as a ...um, I'm not sure.

Here are all 3 boys together, with Caiden dressed as someone from Star Wars.

The big boys built boats to see if they would float.

Trying them out!

Success!  Its amazing what some tape and a paper plate will do!

Success #2...before Cole jumps in and stirs everything up!
Ah...summer fun!

Dawson Makes the Move to 2 Wheels

Dawson learned how to ride on 2 wheels this summer!  Way to go Buddy!

Happy #5 Birthday Dawson!

Its hard to believe that its been 5 years since we first were able to hold you.
From the moment you were born, you kept us guessing what you would do next.

You are loving, fun and always rambunctious - never a dull moment when you are around!

You let everyone around you know how much you love them.
Many times throughout the day I get to hear..."I love you Momma."
You give the best HUGS and you hand them out abundantly!

You have lots of friends that like to be around you.  You love your friends
and ask for them often.



We pray that God catches your heart and raises you up to be mighty warrior for Him.
With your loving spirit and crazy antics, we pray you will serve Him with determination & charisma.
We wouldn't want it any other way.  Love you little man!
Momma & Daddy