Easter (part 2)

The egg hunt on Saturday was also a combination birthday party for Ajax (3) and Tyler (6).   Ajax still got embarrassed when everyone sang happy birthday and kept looking down at his lap, it was so cute, and then blew out all his candles.  The kids did well opening their presents and Ajax received some wonderful and thoughtful gifts.  Thank you so much family and friends!   All the kids seemed to get a kick out of the birthday twist as well and had fun crowding around the two birthday boys.   After presents there was more food to eat and the kids went back outside into the awesome weather and continued playing outside.  On a side note, I hope Ajax doesn’t think that having three parties is the norm.  We had a party at home, a party at the babysitters house, and a party up north.

On Sunday, we had an early family dinner for Easter, but no one made it to Church.   Ajax did laps around the kitchen and chased the dogs on his new scooter that he received and even took one spill trying to do a quick turn.  The helmet the aunts bought him (though age appropriate) does not fit his large head and we need to exchange it for a larger one, lol.   Ajax even got in some tractor time and exploring with his Papa and great uncle.  Apparently they all discovered “dinosaur” bones in the woods, which Ajax is still talking about.

Sunday night, Dave’s sisters came down and stayed the night and then watched Ajax on Monday.   Ajax had so much fun with his aunts.  They took Piper (Lisa’s dog) on a walk and went to the park and had an overall good time.  Thank you!  As a matter of fact on Monday morning when Dave and I were getting ready for work, Ajax asked that we leave so that he could hang out with his buddies.

Happy birthday!
Birthday cupcakes.
Opening gifts.
Good times.
Aunt Theresa putting his scooter together.
Awesome action shot.

Easter (part 1)

This year Easter was spent up north.  Dave and I both had Good Friday off, so we headed up Friday afternoon.   Traffic was a bit heavy, but otherwise ok.  Ajax did excellent on the way up and spoke about tractors constantly (this child has a one track mind focused entirely on tractors).   As soon as we got up north Ajax was on the John Deere with his Papa and soon after Dave’s uncle got there with two of his granddaughters (who are a little older than Ajax).   Those three kids played nonstop until the sun went down- they went for rids and dug holes.  Ajax is all about digging holes right now.

On Saturday, Dave’s extended family came over with their kids and we had an Easter egg hunt.  The adults hid close to 800 eggs for about 10 kids.  The kids were practically tripping over eggs.  It was hilarious.   Ajax had a blast and filled up his basket.  About half way through he discovered that there was candy in the eggs and that was about it for him, he just wanted to sit down and eat candy.   After that they had a piñata.   It was Ajax’s first piñata and he got in several excellent hits.   Ajax loves playing with his cousins and they all get along so well.  It was so cute.

Tractor rides with papa.
Watching tractors with Aunt Lisa.
Digging holes with Ali and Bella.
What child doesn't love a big mountain of dirt to play on?
Waiting to be released to start the egg hunt.
Getting ready.
He's off.
He discovered the candy.
Getting some help from dad.
Investigating.
What a cutie.
Getting some instruction from papa.
Action shot.
Hoarding candy.

Birthday party – 3!

We had Ajax’s birthday party yesterday.  Celebrating three years!  I cannot believe it, I really can’t.  Three!   We’re trying to get him accustomed to saying that he is three now, but so far he has steadfastly refused and declared that he is still two.  Technically he is correct as his birthday isn’t till Tuesday. lol.

The weather was cold and wet, so we were stuck inside the house, which was a shame as we were just enjoying above average temperatures… oh well, everyone had a great time and we enjoyed some good food, and of course Ajax had a blast, which was of course the whole point!

Ajax had fun showing everyone his toys and tractors.  He got a little embarrassed when everyone sang him happy birthday, but smiled and giggled throughout.   I made him his favorite cake – angel food cake with fresh strawberries- and he loved it.  We also made homemade lemon bars, which Ajax had fun making.

Thank you family for coming out and celebrating with us!

Opening presents