Bee-licious is 7!!

BEE....Bren.....Brenny.....Bee-licious....B-Man.....My Brenden Bear.....how can you possibly be 7!? You were the one I was supposed to soak up every moment with because you might be my last baby (don't laugh, Chris originally only wanted 2 kids). And even though we did have more, you are my baby so 7 just doesn't seem possible! You are my sweet boy that continues to amaze me with your crazy personality and imagination. You have always had the eye for observation. While people underestimate you, you take it all in and when you're ready you unleash your power and knowledge on this world and let them know that they should never underestimate you again. It's been a lot of fun this past year as your interests have broadened. And the huge amount of information you have been taking in, mainly in memorizing all the sports data you can get your hands on. You are constantly seeking more information and knowledge which has allowed you to excel at everything you try. Happy Birthday, Bren!

So Brenden's birthday landed on a Saturday so we decided he would have a birthday weekend. Friday he got to go with my dad to Toy R Us to pick out a gift. Saturday he had a Futsal game in the morning and then we spent the rest of the day preparing for his celebration with his friends. He wasn't thrilled about having an actual party so Chris came up with the idea to take him and a few friends to a Cincinnati Cyclones hockey game. He invited 4 friends to come over for cake, presents, and a chance to get some energy out before the game. Jake also was allowed to come to be game and bring along a friend. We got there right as the puck dropped and got to stay to the end. The Cyclones lost, but there was lots of action, it was super hero night, and orange leaf for the boys to keep their sugar high going :) I think Brenden really enjoyed it and it was so nice for me to see him with his friends. After the game it was back to our house with one of the boys for an overnight, Brenden's first time having a friend stay the night. The boys eventually settled down and fell asleep, but at one point it seemed like they would be up all night. Sunday would bring our family celebration. We gave him presents the day before, but with having his friends come over we didn't get to do family dinner of his choice. So Sunday we had chicken divine (Brens favorite), Oreo ice cream pie, and watching the Super Bowl all together. A great birthday weekend!