Ryker's birthday, Take II

Later on in the evening, some of my family stopped by, as well. It was hectic, loud, and pretty fun. I keep forgetting how humongasaur my family is compared to Robb's. I don't forget for long, though. All they have to do is show up. :) I have a bazillion nephews.... and Kent's family wasn't even there. :) Here's Eli and Jaxon playing with the balloons.

Ryker's favorite gift was an Omnitrix. It was from me and Robb, so of course it was his favorite. Booyah to all you Ben-10 fans. He's been coveting one for ages.

Papa Pete and Grandma Paulla sent him balloons from Vegas. Duppy and Baca gave him some warm jammies, and a toy... and after that it gets fuzzy, I'm afraid. There was just so much going on, so many kids trying to "help" unwrap gifts, and cake to be doled out to our reluctant, unsuspecting guests, I didn't really see who gave Ryker what.

But, THANK YOU, thank you, thank you to everyone for the lovely presents. We're still playing that tail game. It was a great night, and fun to see everyone. Ryker was exhausted after everyone left. Happy Birthday to my darling little boy. He has grown up so fast. It really blows my mind that he is three. My baby boy is three. I can't imagine what driver's licenses and dating will feel like.

Forgive me for being a sentimental mushball, but I can't believe how much I love that kid. Especially considering the odd, mysterious, male genre of child to which he belongs. But, there it is. This unbreakable, inexplicable bond. I can't believe how fortunate I am to have Ryker in my life. Happy third Birthday kiddo!

Happy Birthday Ryker!

Ryker's third birthday was Nov. 6. Robb made him bacon, (Yep, he's a carnivore, bacon is his favorite...especially by the fistful.) eggs, and pancakes for breakfast and then took him to Toys R Us to do some birthday shopping while I was at work. He had a good day, I think. He relaxed with his sisters, watched cartoons, and played during the day. In the evening, family stopped over to share his exquisitely decorated, beautiful, homemade cake. Check it out: I know, this is one scary peice of baked goods! But, when you are working all day, you don't really have time to be a perfectionist. Now, I may not be an expert baker, but I can usually manage something nicer than this...


At least it tasted good. Next year buddy, that cake will have three tiers and fireworks.
The first to stop by and wish the little fella well on is third were Bill, Brandi and Caleb. They brought him a cute firefighter interactive puzzle, and played with him.