And seven months later....

I'm finally blogging again. So much for using this to keep in touch. :)

Brandon just had his 7th birthday. I can't believe he's seven! He has grown so much and he's such an amazing person. He loves riding his bike, skateboarding, swimming, camping, and playing video games, of course.

We had a great time at his party! This year he decided on a GI Joe/Army theme. (He is so into GI Joe now!) I made up the invitations to look like an "official" letter from the Army calling the "soldiers" to report to duty for a special assignment. Upon arrival, the recruits had to swear in and receive their "gear" (a canteen, dog tags, and a hat). Then they went on to have their faces painted and get tattoos. Thomas took them outside for physical training (push-ups, running, etc). They had grenade target practice (water balloons), and received "training" in first-aid and rescuing casualties. We even made up a little obstacle course for them! Of course the sprinklers came on just in time for the recruits to get wet! Everyone received a training certificate and goodie bag before they went home. All in all, the kids had a blast!