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Eli has finally reached the big S-I-X. This year he wanted to have a sleep over for his birthday party.

This year is my grandmother, Pearl Blankenship Hollan’s, 80th birthday. In an attempt to surprise her, her children (Ron, Kelly, Lisa, and Angie) hatched a scheme to throw her a surprise birthday party.

Our little girl Natalie turned 8 years old last week. As promised, to celebrate, the girls went on a road trip to the Windy City. The ultimate destination was the American Girl Place.

Here is a video with us singing Happy Birthday.

Here is a video of Eli opening is Nintendo DS.

Our little baby boy Eli turned 5 today. Above is a collage displaying pictures from today and of course one of his first pictures the day he was born. As I write this post, I reflect fondly on that memorable weekend in 2004 that brought this little package of joy into our lives.

Another year has passed and our birthday season has concluded with Shelley’s 35th birthday. The festivities kicked off early with the present unveiling on Friday afternoon.

The family enjoyed Aidan’s (friends of the family) 4th birthday part this past weekend. This short movie shows a funny expression when he blew out the candles too early. Priceless look.

Who is that handsome young man in the photos? Yes, he is a boy even though he is wearing a yellow jumper. I’m another year older and it’s hard to fathom that I use the age description of “mid” thirties to describe myself. I just realized that I will only be able to use this [...]

As a long standing family tradition, the birthday candidate get to select their choice for dinner. In usual fashion, Natalie selected Mexican food at our favorite restaurant (Real Fiesta Mexican Restaurant). Of course Mia was also partaking of the festivities.

Here is a short video of Natalie opening her Mia doll.

The long awaited arrival of Natalie’s very own American Girl doll came to a conclusion yesterday. Mia has been been warmly welcomed into the Wykle family as its newest member. She has her very own (cat proof) bed next to Natalie’s. Please check back for more updates on the integration of Mia into the family. [...]