Ben's 8th Birthday!


I am still in shock that we have an 8 year old! What!?!? How did that happen? He is growing up so fast. I love all of the new fun things that come with each age, but looking at an old 2 year old picture with his chubby cheeks makes me teary every time. I'm so thankful to be Ben's mom and watch him grow into the young man God has created him to be. I just wish time would slow down a little. :) 

We took a trip up to Cadillac the weekend before Ben's birthday. We celebrated Ben and Brady's birthdays...and we were horrible at taking pictures, so I only have a couple. 
 All of the cousins 
 Ben's birthday was on a Friday. Curt was able to go in and have lunch with him. I went in at the end of the day for his class party. He was very excited to have his friend Evan come over right after school to stay for a sleep over! 
 This year, he had a Minecraft party. I wasn't super creative with the cake, but that's what kind Ben requested and it was very yummy! 

 He enjoyed opening his presents after school. 
 His new hat has been a favorite present so far. 
 Making a birthday wish. 
 I put a "Creeper" up on the wall to try to add a little more Minecraft fun to the house. 
The next morning, Curt took the boys to play laser tag. Then, we all headed to Culver's for lunch followed by lots more time playing with Evan.

Birthday #8 was a SUCCESS! 

Then, later that same day it was time to trick-or-treat. It was a busy weekend! :) 

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