James turned 4 on Monday! Since Joseph, Ruth, and David's summer birthdays all fall within 3 weeks of each other, James has had an especially long wait. It finally came. The birthday tradition with the boys has been to take them to the Lego store to spend birthday money and then out to lunch. This year James chose a trip to McDonalds. This large Lego stormtrooper flashlight was his choice. Pretty fitting for him, especially because he's been in love with star wars since babyhood. I should add that David (his own idea) used his very own money to buy James a surprise as well.
Cute little threesome during the birthday dinner.
Four candles
Four blows!
Before we could get James positioned behind the cake, Ruth somehow got herself situated for a turn. I think that I was so busy with the camera, and Joseph so busy with the other camera, that we didn't quite catch her little maneuver. Good thing candles can be relit!
We were lucky to have great-aunt and uncle Carolyn and Richard Boden over for the festivities. They filled in for the grandparents that are in far off places. (sniff!) Ruth and Carolyn were instant friends, of course.
I am quite in love with James. It is amazing to see how such a strong willed, impossible toddler has evolved into a sweet-loving child. He is by far the most easy-going of the three. I love James because he is very thoughtful, very playful, and if you ask him about anything, he always has a lengthy explanation. He also has the sweet faith of a child: always remembers prayers at mealtime, even at Costco, studies carefully our scripture books, and takes "CTR" very seriously. He even requested "CTR" on his birthday cake. His favorite color is blue, his favorite toy are Ninjago legos, and his favorite song is "The Armies of Helamen". So glad that we had a day to celebrate this special boy. The best part is that he belongs to me!!!
