Jackson is 1!

We celebrated Jackson's 1st Birthday tonite

with presents, pizza and, of course, cake.

As most kids - he thought the tissue paper was pretty neat -

But he was mostly into this big yellow truck Jessie's parents had gotten him.

In fact, big sister Ayden had to step in and finish opening his presents for him.

Every boy needs a truck and he was very focused on his - so cute.

However, he was so focused, even after about 9 tries,

I still could not get him to look up for a picture

And the cake - well - he wasn't too sure about all that - but it was all very good.

Hard to believe he could be 1 already!

Happy Birthday sweet Jackson - We love you!

How Quickly They Grow!

Spencer wanted to come for an "Overnite"

and last night worked best for all concerned.

He hasn't spent the night here by himself

since he was 2 and Jen & Karl had a wedding in KC.

I think he had a good time but it reminded me

of how much he has grown in 3 years.

This is Spencer now

( in our 1st of 5 or 6 sleeping arrangement choices)

He still likes to have his 'guys' but

he doesn't want them in bed with him now.

This is Spencer at 2 with his monkey & horse "guys"

Spencer now allowed to eat breakfast in the den

preferred the cinnamon toast -

powdered donuts were not a top choice anymore.

Spencer at 2 when powdered donuts were 'yummy!"

Spencer has always been a really good kid and we enjoyed his visit.

But it's funny how it's almost easier now

when he can tell you what he wants or needs -

and yet, sometimes it was easier

when he was 2 and I could tell him what he wants and needs.

:)

"Children's children are a crown to the aged."

Proverbs 17:6

Quiz and a Quote

QUIZ - Who can tell me where this picture was taken?

I doubt if many will know but a few will.

I took it during a 'calm' and it

made me feel happy and peaceful.

I LOVE AUTUMN!!

This picture also makes me think of the peaceful times

I've spent on front/ back porches.

Therefore - a QUOTE:

"The best kind of friend

is the one you could sit on a porch with,

never saying a word,

and walk away feeling like

that was the best conversation you've had."

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