Family Vacation in Cabo San Lucas

Thanks to a year of Eric's blood, sweat, and tears at work, he earned a week long family vacation bonus. We used it for a trip to Cabo! We stayed at the Dreams Resort which was beautiful, and very family friendly. The had many activities for kids, including nightly movies by the pool with popcorn. Which has lead to a very serious popcorn addiction for Blake. We enjoyed pool time everyday, swam with dolphins, and went to the beach. It was a wonderful week, and we made some great memories!

Party Time at the Petting Zoo!

We threw a great 2nd birthday party for the little man at Zoomar's Petting Zoo in San Juan Capistrano. We were blessed with a fun crowd of about 60 family and friends. The kids got to feed and pet the animals, enjoy a few pony rides, and ride a mini choo-choo train. We finished it off with an amazing train cake and cupcakes made by Grandma Linda. It was an awesome day!

Happy 2nd Birthday Blake

Happy Birthday big boy! We love you!
Mommy and Daddy can't believe you are two already. Time does fly by with you around. This last year has marked so many firsts for you... proficient walking, followed very quickly by running, haircuts, lots of words, followed quickly by phrases.
Your personality continues to develop and we are beginning to see the person you will become. The first trait I think of is your determination and will. You have a staggering focus and drive to achieve when you set your mind on something, whether it's a new toy, playground, puzzle, or when we say no to something. Your teachers at school have all commented on this, saying that you will stick with a task until you get it, when other children would move onto something else.
Your next attribute that comes to mind is your incredible hulk-ish strength. You are terrifyingly strong for a toddler, and you can climb almost anything. This coupled with a complete lack of awareness of danger, has lead to a few close calls and endless skinned knees. You are the record holder for "Ouch reports" at school.
But, you are a lover too! Currently, you are very attached to Mommy. And I would be lying if I didn't say I love it. I am the ecstatic recipient of endless hugs, kisses, and cuddles. I know that this will end long before I want it to, so I'm treasuring each and every one.
But most of all kiddo... you are FUN! You are always smiling, laughing, and playful. You can turn anyone's day around in a second. You are the light of our life!