In some ways, I cannot believe that Cole turned 6 this year (time flies!) - in other ways, I can't imagine life without him and somehow think he's always been with Bryce and I. He's had a big year, and has matured in some pretty amazing ways. Cole is a VERY patient and loving big brother. He loves to read to Jack, and explains all manner of interesting facts to him. Cole has been working on not giving up on things when he gets frustrated, and I've been so impressed how much he's improved. One of my favorite things about Cole is how he wakes up every morning happy and gives me a big hug. I love his big blue eyes and his broad smiles. This is one great kid.
We celebrated this year with, what felt like, a week of birthday fun. On his birthday, he opened gifts, and had chocolate chip pancakes for dinner (his special request). He also was very proud of the birthday crown he wore at school.
Friday night, we went to Pa and Nana's where we celebrated with more delicious treats, and he received the coveted nano bug he had asked for. Jack was enthralled...
Sunday, we had a few friends over for a double party with Isak. A family in our neighborhood loaned us their bounce house (crazy story: they rented it for an event, and the company never came to pick it up - default bounce house ownership!). This thing was HUGE and took up our whole backyard. Needless to say, it was a big hit, and the boys loved it.
It was not so much fun to roll the bounce house back up the hill and get it in the truck. Luckily, Bill was a true superman and helped Bryce.
Finally, that night, we went to Uncle D's and Aunt Cindy's, and opened some more presents.
Happy Birthday, Cole! We all love you and are so glad to have you part of our family!
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