Brett really wanted to play basketball this year. We were sure he would end up frustrated like his brothers did at the same age, but we were wrong. He loved it!
He did not score in a game, but he was awesome on defense and Dave says that his blocked shot is the first "stat" for any of our kids. He had fun at every game and every practice and was so sorry when the season came to an end. But, he has been dragging the other kids out to the drive way to shoot some hoops.
BirthdayBrett turned eight this week on the birthday he shares with his aunt and uncle. He was so excited to attend his first cub scout meeting on his birthday. Unlike at Christmas, he was also very happy with his birthday gifts. One of which was a big excercise ball, he "accidentally" popped the last one we had. He loves to bounce around the house with it.
A few days later he had some friends over for a Harry Potter party. Most of the games were a flop, but "potions" was a big hit! There was a rainbow of Kool-aid colors, homemade root beer bubbling away, pop rocks and gummy bugs. They had a great time mixing and drinking their potions.
BaptismThe next morning topped off an awesome birthday week with the baptism of Brett and his friend Christopher. They were so sweet and happy. They were both baptised and confirmed by their dads. We wish we had family close enough to attend our special occasions, but are so grateful for the wonderful friends we have here and their love and support.
So, I feel like there are no more "little" kids in the house. Which is kind of sad. But, they are growing into good people, which out weighs the sadness. Brett is a great kid and I am so happy with his choices and the example he sets for us and his friends.
4 comments:
Cute pictures, especially that last one. I can't believe he's eight already. Sorry we missed his baptism, but I heard it was great.
That is so sweet, Lisa! And such a sweet boy! I agree that you have really great kids, but also that it is a little hard to have no "Littles". We just go ahead and call lily and Emma that anyway!!
Wow Bret is 8? Congrats to him on his baptism and you always were the creative b-day mom. I really missed not having family around for our special occasions too but there are lots of wonderful friends in the South for sure. So glad he found a sport he loves. I'm hoping our youngest is a little less frustrated with sports (than our oldest has been)as he starts out too.
btw, this is Gayla
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