Yesterday, we went to Jed’s grandmother’s 80th birthday party. We were all happy to spend the afternoon with her.
Mac and Omi, after being slightly disappointed that there was no bouncy house, enjoyed their cake then ran off to the church gym, where they spent two hours playing with their cousins and having a great time.
E spent time playing with his cousins too. One of which was born on the same day as him and the other only two weeks later. Melanie, his birthday twin, spent most of the time trying to get away from the two boys who were bound and determined to play with her.
The last time we had all three babies together, none of them could move on their own and they just laid on the carpet while we all snapped pictures of the three beauties. Yesterday, it was almost impossible to get them all in a single frame…much less, have them all smiling or looking at the camera. Here’s one of my favorites, but we couldn’t coax Mel to get any closer to those annoying boys.
Especially after Jaxon took a dive at – and a chunk out of – Mel’s pretty hair.
All in all, even with the hair pulling incident, I think all three had a good time. The moms, dads, and grandmas sure did. And I know the great-grandma had a wonderful birthday – being able to share it with all these generations. On the way to the church, Mac asked what we got MaMaw for her birthday. When I told him nothing, he was shocked. But I was wrong. I think that having the oldest seated next to her on the couch while the youngest crawled at her feet was the best birthday present she could have asked for. Happy Birthday, MaMaw!
Now here’s a few other pictures of the smallest members of the family enjoying the day, and plotting an escape.
Mom, can I go play now?
Come on, Mel. If we work fast we can get out of here!
Let's move!
Dang it. They caught us that time. We'll have to try again. I think I see a door over there....
Okay, Jaxon. You grab Mel and bring her. I'll distract the adults.
Did you guys make it??
Now, for my move! Be captivated by my huge blue eyes!
How did this happen? Didn't we just escape?
Oh well. Might as well make the best out of a bad situation. Hey Jaxon, wanna play with my toys and eat my shoes?
Have I mentioned lately that I love my life and my family?
WOW Jenny that was amazing…I wish that Mamaw could see it. I’ll try and get Jennifer to pull it up on her computer so she can…The party was a hit and yes Mamaw was thrilled and shocked at how many people were there. I told her that it was because she is very well loved and has touched many lives in her lifetime…..Thanks for sharing these precious memories…Love you all.