Enough already

Gus' final-final birthday party was held this weekend in Minot. We guarantee this was his last birthday party this year. Gma Debi made a very cool bulldozer cake with rocks and dirt road.


Nice cake decorating skills, Gma!

Gotta get moving and work off that cake.

This is Gus' newest animal, Gus the duck.

I forced all the grandparents and great-grandmas to take a photo before they left. I forget that not everyone likes a good photo opp. But I'm glad I got these.



We also enjoyed a relaxing Thanksgiving while in Minot. Here's Gus watching a DVD with Alex.


Gus became obsessed with a decorative seagull while staying at mom and dads. That seagull did everything with us, including eat breakfast. Gus thought it was hilarious.

Oh, and he decided he was too big for a highchair and went with the stool, straight up.

Ross and I went out both nights, without even thinking twice. And why would we hesitate knowing Gus' activities while were were out included exploring watercolors, reading, aerobics, and soaking in the tub? It was wonderful for us all. I think we could get used to having grandparents in town. Thank you!


We all know Ross is tall, no reminder needed there. This photo was inserted to illustrate how tall Gus is getting.

Ping pong is a must.
Reading is better with turtle slippers on.

We also had a chance to catch up with our friends, the Demars family. The twins, Violet and Olivia, are adorable and sweet. They played nicely with Gus. Later that night, we caught dinner with Todd and Jody, and Chad and Angie to celebrate Tadd and Jody's anniversary. Great times in Minot, everyone, thank you!

Party with friends

We had guests this weekend to celebrate Gus' birthday (yes, again). Mike, Michelle, and Gabby arrived on Friday night. Kristie & Skunny were in on Friday, too. Below you can see Gus ripping into his gift, a Spider Man Trike. It is AWESOME. Gabby helped open the gift.

Saturday, we had the neighborhood crew over for an Olympic-themed party. It was funny. First up, creating the team flags for opening ceremonies.



Ally lead the contestants in the Pledge of Allegiance before the games began.

Because of a last minute drop-out, I had to step in on the clothes relay race.

Avary and Gabby had front row seats.

The donut eating contest was hilarious.







Gus received so many wonderful gifts. Thank you, everyone!


The awards/closing ceremonies were combined with cake time.




Michelle delivered the cake & candle to Gus while we all sang Happy Birthday.


After everyone left, Gus wrestled with a ton of paper and thought it was the funnest thing he's done in months.


On Sunday before Gabby left, we convinced Gus to plant a big one on her. YES!


Again, thank you everyone for your birthday generosity! Gus is loving life right now, he's finally really into birthdays. And we know this because when we ate leftover cake on Sunday, he tried to sing Happy Birthday to himself!

Gymnastics

Otherwise known as crazy-run-around-time at the Y. You'll notice the only child that is not sitting and listening to the instructor is Gus.












After only 30 minutes of gymnastics, it was clear to see Gus loved this activity. We are already looking forward to next week.