Monkey Bug

Four years ago, at this exact moment I was lying on a table in an operating room delivering my sweet baby, Hayden, via c-section. As I kissed him goodnight for the 1,461st time a couple of hours ago, I stood there staring at this little person who can make me cry, make me laugh, make me smile or drive me mad* like nobody else. He has the EXACT same personality as I do, and if you know me at all, then you know that means that he and I butt heads. A LOT. He is curious, lovable, stubborn, determined and passionate. He's my little stinky man and I just adore him!

Since his birthday fell on Memorial Day and lots of his friends would be spending time with their own families, we decided to have his big friend birthday party last Saturday, the 22nd.

We had a bug party, complete with buggy cupcakes

Swinging with friends in Grandma's back yard

Kelsey, Erin and Sara Sousa grubbing on carrots, celery, apples, and grapes

All set for our bug hunt!

Crashed on the way home

Today, his actual birthday, we had a small get together with Grandma, Papa, Nana, Bobby and Daniel. We had tacos, watermelon, cake and ice cream. It was simple and perfect!

Just had to throw in a picture of my little munch! (Short for munchkin)

Time for presents! Now...Hayden CLEANED UP at his birthday party, so he didn't really have much to open today. Hayden excitedly took his present from Grandma and Papa and opened it up to discover a shiny new bike helmet! He was thrilled to pieces, until he realized he didn't have a bike. It was kind of pitiful, actually. His little shoulders fell and he simply said, "I don't have a bike".

Check out this face. I actually got this picture about two seconds after he saw his brand new shiny bike, so it was even MORE excited than this!

Trying it out at the park

Happy birthday, Hayden! I love you bunches!

*Yes, I realize I am totally cheesy, stealing lyrics from Kenny Chesney...you'll just have to deal.