Our little sweet boy turned 3 on Sunday! We knew we had a busy day on Sunday so we celebrated on Saturday. This was the most anticipated birthday in the history of the French household. I love the fact that as the kids grow, they love to celebrate the special moments. On this day, Tucker made all their preparations worthwhile! He so loved all that the "big kids" did for him...I think he really felt like a king for the day!
Tucker had talked about having a football cake for a couple of months. Thanks, Shauna, for lending us the pan. It made our task so easy!
We had promised Drew and Lauren a special outing of some kind for practicing violin faithfully. Whenever they go to practice violin, we light their special candle. When they are finished they blow it out and it is a great visual we use so that they can see how much they have been practicing. Well, they have been PRACTICING! And the candles were gone! So with that in mind, we decided to take advantage of our day together for Tucker's birthday and take the family to Boondocks, which is a family-fun place with games, pizza, laser tag, mini golf, ect. It was a rainy night outside so we all stayed inside and had a wonderful time. Robb and I even got to do some racing!! I think he always won, but it was sure fun!
Preston even enjoyed the evening...I think he was on sensory overload by the time we left!
Drew and Jayce racing
(When we were kids, my mom would always let us lick the bowl and utensils, especially if it was our cake.) Here is Tuck enjoying his batter, with help from Dad.
Tucker, you feel our lives with so much joy! We love how you are growing up to be such a great guy, and you do seem to be growing and changing so quickly (my theory is that you are trying to keep up with those big brothers!). I especially like to hear what is on your little mind and love it that you can talk to us so well now. My heart just swells when I hear you quoting your Bible verses..."The Lord is my shepherd. I shall lack nothing..." and I hope you soon experience what those verses are talking about. Your smile can brighten the dreariest of days and we love you more each day! I know that God has big, big plans for you, little one! For now I count it a privilege to be your mom and spend so many days and hours with you.
Robb is safely home from Alaska! Yeah!
Robb said that the service was an amazing tribute to the spouses that had gone on, as well as a celebration to the goodness of God. Kathy is such an inspiration and walking through these dark days has allowed God to shine brightly through her life. Welcome, Paul! We are proud to call you family!
