Ben's Birthday

We wanted to make Ben's birthday a special day for him. When the big kids were little, I took them to Chuck E Cheese on their birthdays, just for a special treat. I had forgotten about that, but remembered earlier this week. So this morning, Anna and I took Ben and Sam to Chuck E Cheese. I think there were 2 other people there. It is a nice place when it's empty! Ben loved riding this horse.

This is about all Sam did- play Mario Kart.

He wasn't too sure about this ride and ended up getting off before it started.

Back on the horse!

Eating a popsicle.

He loves popsicles.

His big birthday smile, or so he said.

Meeting Chuckie.

Some of my children have been afraid of Chuckie at this age. Not Ben.

After Chuck E Cheese, we picked up Emma and lunch and headed to the park. It was 80 today and breezy and beautiful.

We love a picnic.

Sam was serious about the food.

Emma's first time at the park.

And her first time on the swing. She loved it!

Sweetie Pie~

She smiled and laughed while she was swinging. I think it tickled her stomach.

The big boy who doesn't even need a push anymore.

He was telling me he wanted to go as high as the sun.

A monkey on the monkey bars. (Check out that tongue)

Merry Go Round.

We had a nice time and Ben enjoyed himself.