Bennett and the birthday bike

Bennett turned four yesterday and since spending half the day at church isn't really any kid's birthday dream, we tried to make the rest of his day as fun as possible. The day began with M&M pancakes and a new Mickey Mouse Clubhouse DVD, courtesy of Granddad and Connie, which kept both boys entertained until church. Benito decided to make a big b-day splash during Primary program rehearsal by almost giving himself a concussion: he climbed up on the wooden wall (you know the one the sunbeams always stand behind to sing) next to the podium and then fell backwards and hit his head on one of the seats. So much for one year wiser, I suppose.

Later that day came a family dinner and party with Grandma, Grandpa, Kymber and Kristi, who all graciously pitched in to clean up our disaster of a house. After some yummy food and fun family phone calls, the birthday boy was ready for presents. Grandparents and aunts alike spoiled him with all the things he loves, things he's trying so hard not to let his curious little brother play with. Then came the big Mommy & Daddy present we've been hiding out in storage for the past two weeks, the bright green bike. After a few slow rides across the living room carpet, Bennett made his way outside for the faster pavement and a maiden voyage in the dark. Happy as clams were he and Eli, who attempted to keep up on his scooter, as they rode around and around the backyard. In fact, they were out there before even eight this morning, 'jamas and all, for more bike and scooter and action.

p.s. Yes, that's Eli wearing my church shoes yesterday. Not really birthday related, but just couldn't resist.