Monday, October 6, 2008

The Caboose Turns Two...

Although the calendar now indicates that Asher is two, it seems he entered into the Terrible Two stage months ago. The day started off with all of the family entering Asher's room and singing Happy Birthday to him while he sat in his crib with this forced smile on his face and a look that seemed to say, "What are you people doing?!?!?!" Great Grandma Fotheringham, like clockwork, showed up with Asher's gift before ten in the morning. She has never missed getting the boys their birthday gifts ON THEIR BIRTHDAY, first thing in the morning. One year, on Oakley's birthday, she was at the hospital with Grandpa. She called to see if we wanted to pick up Oakley's gift that was ready at her house because she wanted to be sure he got it on his birthday. Not even hospitalization keeps Grandma Ham from getting birthday gifts delivered on time!
Asher's Real Birth Day.


Oakley and Eli meet their new brother for the first time. I love this picture because of the complete awe on Eli's face and the total look of contentment on Oakley's face.

I'm grateful every day Grandpa Moore was able to meet his namesake. Of course I wish Asher would have more vivid memories of him, but I am going to make sure he hears all about his Great Grandpa Moore and the amazing man that he was.

Look how fast one year goes!

Happy First Birthday!

Asher enjoys some of his first birthday time with Grandpa Fotheringham.

After Grandma Ham's visit, there wasn't birthday activity until that night. We decided to try the Mayan Restaurant again, even though the last time we went the food was terrible. We had heard from others they had improved, so we were willing to give it another try. The Mayan has great entertainment for young kids and is set up like you're eating in a rain forest. They have a show with cliff divers and fire dancers, which the whole family loves to watch. Most importantly, it's a family atmosphere and we don't have to worry about our wild monkey boys disturbing others who are eating. You don't have to be quiet at the Mayan and there is plenty of room for the kids to roam around, which is just what our boys need.

Second Birthday Celebration at The Mayan!



After dinner at The Mayan, we returned home and let Asher open his presents from the family. We are having the party for the extended family on 13 October. Grandpa and Grandma Fotheringham are on a cruise and we didn't want them to miss it.
Asher LOVED his dancing and singing Teletubbie. He was laughing and laughing as he watched it perform.




Eli could not resist "helping" Asher opening his presents. Actually, he wanted to open them all and we had to keep reminding him that they were Asher's presents. Thankfully Asher didn't seem to mind- I don't think that will be the case for his 3rd birthday!

I can't imagine our family without Asher. Some times I think he is so much like Oakley and then other times I think he is so much like Eli, so I guess that means he's got a little of both in him. Actually, he is definitely his own man. We love you, Asher, and look forward to many, many, many more birthday celebrations with you!