Friday, June 18, 2010

The Big 9

Ryan celebrated his birthday while we were in Oregon and we all went to play laser tag together. Even Mimi and Papa played! So much fun.


Aunt Alex decorated this cake for Ryan who had requested an "Indian party."
He blew them all out, and we wonder what he wished for...

A real bow and arrow set was the hit of the day. He's been target shooting ever since.
A few great things we love about Ryan are:
-He loves to make people laugh. He has a great sense of humor.
- He is a voracious reader. So far this summer, he has read Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Harry Potter #1 and #2, Fudgemania, Pollyanna, James and the Giant Peach, The Indian in the Cupboard, and Runaway Ralph.
- He is really conscious of right and wrong and wants to do what's right.
- He loves being a Bear Scout so much and always makes sure his uniform is just right before going to activities.
- He cares about everything. For example, the oil spill brings tears to his eyes everytime we talk about it. I think this sensitivity will be a huge asset as he grows up.
Happy 9th Birthday, Ryan!

2 comments:

Foote Family said...

Happy Birthday, Ryan! My Ryan chose to play laser tag for his birthday. It's a blast! Your Ryan must be a reader. I think mine is just now starting to find interest in it. He's chosen the Narnia series. Too bad our Ryan's can't hang out, my Ryan sometimes has a tough time choosing the right and could use a good example.:)

Peggy said...

WE had SO much fun that day! Good choice Ryan! I'm still looking for that hot picture of you in your crouching spy stance. You gotta post it.