Pirate Party!

 We went to a pirate/princess party yesterday and had a wonderful time!

There was treasure and treasure maps and lots of kids!

Happy Father's Day!

Jim and his boys!

Carsten's Birthday Celebration!

We celebrated Carsten's 6th birthday today with a carnival (his request).  He also requested chocolate cupcakes with chocolate frosting, strawberry lemonade, and popcorn.  Following are lots of pictures!  (thanks to Larry M. for some of the pics.)

 

 

 

 

Happy 6th Birthday Carsten!

 Carsten's birthday began with breakfast in bed (seems to be a trend around here) and opening a few gifts from us.

Then lunch with the family at a Mexican restaurant with cookies to share.

A fun 6th birthday so far...

Reese's Celebration

 Reese wanted to go on a hike/picnic for his birthday celebration.

We ended up going to Silver Falls State Park.

 

 The cousins came along and our friends Joren and Katelyn.

It was a beautiful day and so fun to walk behind two of the waterfalls!

The kids were troopers and there were only a few complaints on the long uphill section...

 Cousin Clayton had the easy ride.

It's Reese's Birthday!!!

 Happy 8th Birthday Reese!  Breakfast in bed... which turned out to be in a tent (a present to both boys from us).

 Reese wanted to open one present in the morning ("The one from Unc!")

 We went to Eats & Treats Cafe for lunch (a new local Gluten Free restaurant).

Reese with his present from Papa and his hat from us.

 The owners treated Reese royally!  He got a special plate with ribs (his request)...

And TWO desserts with candles (they stayed late last night to come up with a cupcake he could have--soy free and dairy free as well as gluten free)!  :)