Birthday Week

This birthday, the big 2-7, was an enlightening one for me.  A couple comments really stick out in my mind and I am looking forward to the year to come now that I know a little bit more about myself.

1) From the floor of the laundry room, I yelled to Ryan, who was busy making dinner, that I wanted to get an extra birthday day because my weekend was so busy.  I noted that I never slowed down and that was the opposite of how I had envisioned my birthday weekend.  I planned to cuddle my loves under a fuzzy blanket and watch romantic comedies the entire time.  Anyhow, Ryan's response to my request of extra birthday days was what really sticks out for me... He said, "Sure, but you like to be busy".

2) I finally got a crib for Clayton and I spent some time putting it together.  So I sent Mom a picture with the caption, "TaDa!"  She replied, "That's exciting, it must be his birthday.  You have transitioned to it being all about Clay.  Welcome aboard."

So as strange as it is, I guess this is the first year I feel like a big kid on my birthday.  It isn't all about the cake and presents anymore.  Now it's all about being a busy Mommy!

My birthday was a beautiful day so I also photographed Clayton to capture him at six months!  Here is a little preview...

Next weekend I will have to add more of the many photos and videos from this week.  Tonight I must tend to diapers and a cranky baby!