Ricky Had a Birthday, Shout Hooray!

Ricky is now 8.  He was very excited about his birthday and expected it to be a party all day.  I think he was a little bummed about it not being a day full of excitement and adventure, but he got over that.

He started the day perfectly content with the fact that his dad gave him a present … letting the dogs out of the garage for him.  If only the mom could get off that easily!

But I scored pretty big by picking out a video game that I knew he would like for his Nintendo.

This boy was spoiled, as usual.  He’s a good kid, so I guess an occasional spoiling is allowed.

He got some fun books and cards from family that lives out of state …

And hugs and kisses from his brothers …

He visited the doctor for his yearly exam.  He’s still running a bit on the small side – 48 pounds (10%), up from 43 pounds last year, and 48.5 inches (30%), up from 46.7 inches last year – but the doctor declared him healthy for another year.  I told him he was square since his height and weight were the same number.  He just gave me the look that said, “Momma!  Be serious!”

Ricky is all set to be baptized a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints this coming Saturday.

It is fun watching this boy grow up and seeing his personality showing itself.  He’s a silly one, with a tender-heart.  He is smart and can be incredibly focused when he wants to be!  His tongue is still too big and makes some of his words slur (we’ve got a plan to work on that this coming school year) and he is quick to say he hates sports and meat.  But he loves music and cats and can be incredibly sweet with his little brothers.

Our boy is growing up – and it is so much fun!

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