Zeke: "I know, I'm growing up too fast."
Me: "I know, it makes me sad."
Zeke: "Don't be sad mommy, you'll always be my little sugar booger."
Oh my. Where on earth has the time gone? I seriously feel like it was just yesterday that I had just had Zeke and we were still in the hospital. I remember my sister flew in from North Carolina and was actually there when I went into labor. She lives for that kind of stuff. My brother was flying in that day from NYC. I was so worried that Zeke wouldn't be born while he was here because he had to fly home on the 28th which was my due date. I can remember my family being baby hogs (especially Lisa!!), Kofi reading to him, and my brother holding him in his hands as they danced to James Brown. I have such wonderful memories of that special day and I hope I can remember them forever.
My little ZekeyPants 1 day old
Aunt Lisa was such a baby hog...still is to this day!
Dancing with Unkey...he didn't have that name at this time
They literally would just sit and stare at him for hours.
Proud Papa
Daddy reading Zeke a story when he was 1 day old
Zeke's proud parents. We love him so much!!
I decided to have Zeke's birthday party for his friends the day before his birthday, on the 22nd. He invited his friends to his party at BounceU. That is where his birthday was last year and that's where he wanted to have it again this year. It's his party so I wasn't going to discourge his choice. He had about 17 friends show up to his party. From what I could tell, they all had a really good time. They played so hard for a solid hour. Before it was time to go eat I had most of the kids, the ones who were willing, get together for a group picture. Then we headed into the party room where they had pizza, pop, and strawberry cake. When they were finished eating Zeke was able to open presents. He loved all the cool toys, games, and dvd's that he received. Instead of doing party favors...that they don't usually really play with anyway, I decided to do the candy buffet. The kids were able to fill up a cup with however much candy of their choice that they wanted. That seemed to be a really big hit. I am glad that the kids had such a fun time at Zeke's party. It was so much fun seeing my baby boy so happy!!
Playing a game with his party pro, Eric
My birthday boy!
Looks like they are having a great time!!
Ms. Sage
He is a nut!!
Time for the 2nd room
Had to post this becuase Nana's face is hilarious!!!
Fun times!!
Blaker going down the slide after climbing the web
Looks like a race
Ms. Leah should be a model! Love her pose.
This looks like fun!
The girls enjoyed getting their faces painted.
I like to have some fun too!!
Most of the kids that attended the party
My hungry birthday boy
Merritt's Cars Cake...just what the birthday boy wanted
Sage and Zekey...she even calls him that. It's really cute!
I wonder what he wished for...probably more cars!!
Thanks Clayton and Creed for the Play-Doh!
I love his expressions...he obviously likes this one!
The Candy Buffet...I think it was a big hit!
Birthday boy gets to go first
We were so glad that Trenton from T-ball joined us!
Crazy little Hunter...we love this boy!
Creed looks excited
I love these boys...they are best buds!!
After the party I took him to his dad's. He had been wanting him all day. I was really sad that I wasn't going to see him first thing in the morning to wish him a happy birthday. That really broke my heart. I was pretty bummed all night. :( The next day I was so excited to see Zeke when it was time for school to be out. I went to go pick him up. We were both so happy to see each other. He ran to me and jumped into my arms as soon as I got there. The first thing he said was "mommy, I turned 4 today. I'm growing up!" I gave him a ton of kisses because I missed him so much. Again, I can't believe my baby is FOUR!! When we left we headed home. I decided that I wanted to take Zeke on a date for his birthday. He decided that he wanted to go to Incredible Pizza. I enjoy going there too so off we went. Since it was his birthday he got to spin the birthday wheel. He won a minature football. I let him take a few presents with him, including what my sister got for him...which was a big hit. After we got our food I let him open his presents. He loved everything...I don't think there is anything from the movie Cars that he wouldn't like. After we ate we went to go play games. We went bowling, played minature golf, air hockey, and even rode on the go karts. We both had such a fun time. I hope he remembers those special times we spend together. There isn't anything I wouldn't do to make my little guy happy.
Spinning the wheel for his birthday prize
He looks excited about his yellow football
I let him pick out a few presents to bring with us to open
You can tell he loves what Aunt Wesa got for him!!
He cracks me up...not sure what he is doing with his hands here
LOVE his facial expressions!!!
He was so excited that he was beating me at air hockey
He's almost outgrown the train, but he might as well enjoy it while he can
Unkey called to wish him a Happy Birthday
Go Kart time!
We had a great time on the Go Karts.
When we got home he was able to open the rest of his presents. I told him to open the clothes first because they bum him out. He doesn't want clothes...he wants toys!!! He was actually very gracious for everything he recevied even if he didn't look at it!!
Another boy in Zeke's class had a birthday on Sunday so that boy brought treats for the friends in his class on Monday, Zeke's birthday. So Zeke was able to bring treats to his class on Tuesday to celebrate his birthday. Ms. Tami said the kids really like donuts, so that's what we brought. We got the kind that spelled out 'happy birthday Zeke.' Ms. Tami made a birthday hat for him and he was able to enjoy his treats with his friends from school.
Zekey loves Ms. Tami and Ms. V
We are really going to miss them next year!!!
Birthday donuts
Yummy treat with friends
I am so thankful that my baby is healthy enough to have had another birthday. I know that he is not in the clear yet as far as his health goes but I am blessed for every year I get to spend with my little ZekeyPants. He is my world and the light of my life. I can't wait to spend many, many, many more birthday's with him!!
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