Vance Turns 9!!!!

I can't believe my "baby" turns 9 today! It just doesn't seem possible. The last 9 years have just flown by. This past year he has excelled in school, dirt bike riding, being an absolute kick in the pants, and keeps us all laughing regularly! He is very easy going, very generous, and very loving, while still maintaining his rugged male character. He's lost some teeth, broken a hand, split a lip here and there, and grown bigger and taller. He has a recent love of clay and making various creations out of it, loves rocks, crystals, and minerals, reading, and everything he can soak up with his brain. He's Vancey pants, Fuzzy, the Bubs, and we all love him to death.

Today for his birthday, we went to the local donut store for breakfast, did some shopping, had pizza at Dave's office for lunch, did some more shopping (he wanted a hat and new wallet at New Star skate and surf shop), Menchies for some frozen yogurt, and then to the Dollar Tree. What a fun day! We're saving his special birthday dinner for tomorrow when Dave will be home. We are having salmon, of course. Vance's very favorite food in the whole world.

Vance, you are so special to me and to your Daddy. We love you so much, and pray for you always. We have enjoyed watching you grow up thus far, and can't wait to see what God has for you in the future!


New clay for the birthday boy!

Vance sporting his new wallet and hat he bought with birthday money from Grandma.

Vance and his new MP3 player!

Hmmm....clay in one hand, music in the other???