Laraway Family

So, Anthony turned 7 on December 30th, and not too many people stick around here for the holidays. Most are transplants, so they go elsewhere to see their family. We, however, stayed and enjoyed our two weeks together! So, on his birthday, Anthony first woke up to open two huge Lego sets. We then headed out to spend the many Toys R Us gift cards from his birthday AND Christmas. He bought even MORE Legos! We came home after lunch to actually break open some sets and put them together- only after eating his birthday cake. He asked for Lemon Cheesecake?! Well, he blew out the candles and went to work.
Later, his friends, Daniel and Grace, joined him- along with Daddy and Chas- to see Walking with the Dinosaurs. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the show, the drinks, the food, and each other. It was a VERY fun day, and he loved everything about it.
As you can see, Grace is a cutie, and we would be happy to maybe someday have her in our family permanently! ;) The best thing about Grace is her constant giggling. Who doesn't want to be around someone who's giggling?
And, this is Anthony blowing out candles on his Cheesecake Birthday Cake! He's wearing the hat from the store signifying it is indeed his birthday. If you tell the customer service counter it's a child's birthday, they will receive a hat, an announcement over the store that they are celebrating, and a balloon to carry around! Anything that makes them feel special is great!

Well, it was a great day, a full day, and amazing to think he's 7 already. He's 54" tall, so that helps, but he's just getting so big and mature!
(sigh)