Happy Birthday Ethan

Ethan got a new football and Cardinals jersey. I had to pry him out of it after two days so I could wash it. I'm so glad he loves it!

Grandma spoils the boys on their birthdays. This year Ethan got his much wanted Nintendo DSi. He was very excited!

Every year the kids look forward to their card from Jeremy. He tries to pick the funniest or the silliest or yuckiest card he can find. They absolutely love it and can't wait see what their Dad has come up with!

Happy Birthday to Ethan! I can't believe that my little baby is now 11 years old. It seems like just yesterday I was bringing him home from the hospital. He is turning into quite the young man. I was looking at him the other day thinking he looks so much older. I suppose he is, but I don't know if I'm ready for it. He starts 6th grade this year. He is my responsible, first child. He is always willing to help and is so good with the little ones. Emma adores him. I am grateful for the fact that he is the peacemaker in the family. He tends to keep Eli and Andrew from killing each other. He is always there to intervene and make peace between everyone. How thankful I am for that!

He is artistic and he draws very well. I am amazed at how good his pictures can be. He loves to invent things and has a great imagination (sometimes too good!) . He loves football. Thanks to his dad for that. He is lucky that he is so athletic as well as smart. He seems to have gotten the best of both worlds.

I am so lucky to have Ethan in the family. I love my little boy, even though he's growing up. I can't wait to see what wonderful adventures he has this coming year.