David's Birthday

Today is David's 5th birthday. This child has been anticipating this birthday since his last one. Just about each day, David would tell me and anyone else who would listen what he wanted for his birthday, a Buzz Lightyear with no belt. Every day, David reminded everyone what his birthday gift was to be, and he also asked how long it was till his next birthday. As the days, week, and months went by we had this daily discussion about his birthday. Well, today it finally arrived and the look of joy on his little face was just too cute. We celebrated yesterday with cake and his present. I told David that finding the Buzz he wanted was pretty hard, so he may need to think about something else. He received the RC car from Toy Story, with a miniature Buzz and Woody. He was thrilled beyond measure, and somehow forgot about that Buzz Lightyear with no belt. Overall he had a great birthday weekend at the funpark on Saturday, family party on Sunday, and his happy meal today on his actual birthday. So now David is 5...I wonder what he will cook up tomorrow for his next birthday?

Catching Up

I feel like I've been "catching up" in all aspects of my life over the past few months, even more so now, though. Moving day is coming next week, and there is so much to do to get ready. This will be our third move since August of 2003, so I am hoping this one will be easier than the previous two moves. The new house is almost complete, so the schedule will be very tight, but I am thinking it will be finished on time. I'm excited to finally get a dedicated scrapbook/craft area in the new house, I just don't know where yet. I got dibs on the guest room, but I am thinking the basement family room would be a better fit. Once I get to see the rooms, I'll make a decision. Building a house from afar has been challenging. Just trying to imagine how everything will come together using my imagination and photos does help, but it will be even better when I get to see the real thing. Yes, the past few months have been a challenge, but one part of our lives is ending, and a new one is beginning. Hopefully I'll be caught up and ready for the new challenges that lie ahead!