6 years ago today......

we welcomed E.J. into this world. He weighed in at 7 lbs 6 1/2 oz.  Big blue eyes and reddish hair. He was perfect.  He is perfect. He is everything that a little boy should be. He looks up to his older brother, sometimes in irritation, mostly in admiration. He is funny, curious, ornery, moody, smart, inquisitive, brave, kind, loving and he is ours. Jeremy and I could not be more blessed with our family. Our 2 boys are the light of our lives. I am so excited to watch E continue to grow into the wonderful young man I know he will be.

A few highlights of the past year I'd like to remember:

• E started kindergarten when he was only 4 years old. He was the baby of the entire school but he fit right in. He loved Ms. Fritzler and eating lunch at school.
• E learned to ride the Honda 50cc that Grandpa bought. He rode an entire trail ride and with each crash he picked it up and got right back on.
• We took a family vacation to Florida, E loved roller coasters, his favorite was Space Mountain.
• 1st grade started at a new school, we continue to hear from his new teachers what a sweet, kind little boy E is.  He continues to meet and exceed all of the expectations for children his age.
• The boys "adopted" 2 snakes that they found in the canal along the walking path by our house. 
• E requested Fruity Pebble Krispie Treats to take to school for his birthday
• Dinner will be Chicken Jalapeno as it is family tradition the boys get to pick their favorite meal for their Birthday Dinner.
• We are having a dual birthday party next Saturday for both boys at my parents house, complete with bonfire and s'mores.