Danny Man is 8

So this morning Danny was up first. Completely dressed and ready to start the day! Of course this meant basketball shorts instead of what I wanted him to wear but that is okay. He was happy and comfortable and I still managed some great shots of him for his Birthday!

We started the Day out at Whataburger for breakfast. John Michael was telling the cashier that it was Danny's birthday and Danny got a cinnamon roll from them. He was embarrassed at first that John Michael was telling everyone it was his special day, but when he started to get some freebies he felt pretty good.

We ended up going to several stores, he contemplated the movies but chose Academy over that. It was Charlie Brown's birthday too, our Beagle is 4, and so we stopped by Pet Smart to get him a few treats to celebrate too. He seemed excited to have a new wheel on a rope, a new ball, and then a bone! The boys love surprising the dog, which is sweet. I just wish that they would play with him more.

John Michael picked Danny out a toy that was just from him. It was Greg from Diary of a Wimpy Kid. Anyway, we got it while we were shopping. We came home so John Michael could wrap it. I gave him some Happy Birthday paper, he said no. Then some Batman, and again no. He wanted Sponge bob, the thing is the Sponge Bob is Christmas. He used it and wrapped the gift all by himself. It was a sweet moment.

We got Danny a Tackle Box at Academy with a little tackle and a 3D DS. He was pumped!

We went to Outback for dinner and it was yummy. Danny ended up getting the mixed grill, which had a little of everything. chicken, ribs, and shrimp. He loved it but of course we brought a good bit home. Mom, Deborah, and Sybil met us there and they surprised Danny with a Cake. He was so worried to because he asked mom about it and she said that she forgot, when they brought it out he was thrilled.

I have to say Danny had an amazing day and so did the rest of us. Very tired though!

Seven is Almost a Thing of the Past...

Well, today was a bittersweet type of day. It is my baby's last day to be seven. He is so excited and I have to admit that I am excited, but also sad. I swear it goes by so fast and each year it seems to increase in speed and passes by me before I realize it. That is why this year I have been determined to smell the roses, count the blessings, and enjoy life. Not to say that it is perfect but my attitude towards it is definitely positive, which makes such a huge difference. Staying away from so many negatives aspects that life throws at us has opened up so many doors and windows to positive, exciting, experiences.

There was nothing amazing about most of the day. The highlight was definitely when Kimy texted to see if I wanted to bring the boys swimming. What a great way to end being seven, a trip to the pool. Thank you Deborah, Tony, Kimy,and Miss Morgan Makenzie for a great day! We love you all. BTW, Deborah if you are reading this, mom is supposed to call you about coming with us to Outback tomorrow night! I hope that you will! Danny was really excited that you wanted to come, and mom seemed glad that someone was willing to ride with her. Love you!

The boys had a blast at the pool. Danny had fun working on his dives off of an actual diving board, and also diving for torpedoes. It made his day! John Michael was just proud that he was not scared of the diving board anymore. John Michael also let me work with him for a little while without his floaties. I am definitely a proud momma. Many blessings, and more proof that my boys are growing up.

Bedtime was actually much easier than I thought that it would be. Usually it is harder for Danny, like any kid, to go to sleep when they are excited. He must have been tired, because he laid down next to me on the couch and was out.

Well, I am off myself. Tomorrow is my baby's special day and while I do not know what all we are doing, I do know that he wants to be out all day! It should be a lot of fun, and I am just excited to spend the day with my three men. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Please say a special prayer for my little man that he has a great day tomorrow!