8th Birthday

I use this blog, in large part, as a journalling of our family's activity and life experiences. So...although Christian's birthday was several weeks ago...

Gavin was actually on call the night of Christian's birthday, so he got to start the celebration early on Thursday night, the night before, with our presents for him...just to make sure Daddy got to see his reaction to the big present=)(see pic)

Christian was "trying it out" as Gav was putting it all together...this is before the safety enclosure=)

On his actual birthday, we decided to go to the San Diego Zoo with our new buddies, the Wimmers, on our street and in our ward ( ya, what a huge blessing to have both and that they are so fun to be around=) Christian and Shane had a great time. It was pretty warm that day...so I was definitely feeling the fact that I am quite prego now...but it was worth it. And we decided to go ahead and get an annual pass...since it is literally right across the street from Gav's work. So...we will hopefully get some great use out of it. Between Disney and the Zoo, I am passed out...and I look forward to utilizing all the fun SoCAl things we have missed out on for many years. Here are some pics from our birthday Zoo excursion.

After the zoo, Christian had soccer practice...and Gammy and Papa met us there...then we headed back to our house for dinner and chocolate cake. I think we all slept pretty well that night.