Happy 3rd Birthday, Benjamin!

Today was Ben's 3rd birthday! He has been talking about his "truck party" and his "real birthday" for weeks now and now they have both officially passed and we have a three-year-old. Can you believe it?

Each of the boys got a few small presents to open in the morning on their birthdays and then we got them one larger joint present - the Step 2 Fifties Diner. The boys love play food and this one is cute because it's a kitchen/diner on one side with a two-seat booth on the other side. So, at least 3-4 kids can play with it at once. It also is not too girly - more gender-neutral - for our little Bobby Flay and Emeril Lagasse! :)

Here's Ben opening his individual presents at breakfast:

He had no problems tearing off the wrapping paper this year!


His latest sound effect when he sees something he likes: "Oooooohhhh! Mommy!!"

Apparently, we are in the cheesy smile phase of life. I suppose this is better than no smiles, right? :)

Here are the boys in their diner. They love it and I love that it is near our kitchen so it gives them something to do while I am cooking or washing dishes.

Did I mention that cheesy smile? :)

Finally, Ben got one last present yesterday: a Cozy Coupe Pickup Truck from Pop and Nana. What a big hit! Thanks, Pop and Nana, for the fun gift!