Happy 4th Birthday, Preston!

Preston just celebrated his 4th birthday! He tells us all the time that he is not a baby anymore and that he is a big boy. He also likes to compare himself to Daddy and Evan, which is adorable. He is super sweet and tells us he loves us all day long. He is very compassionate and always sticks up for his brother. He even tries to sit in time out with Evan, so that Evan does not feel bad. Preston loves watching his shows, but he also enjoys being outside and playing. He is a super kid and we adore our "Thunder Boy."

Preston was sad when he couldn't "see" his birthday when he woke up last year, so we were prepared with balloons and decorations the morning of his birthday this year. He was SO excited when he woke up and saw the house decorated for his "Mario Birthday." He enjoyed opening his presents and he liked choosing Mexican food for dinner. Though he was so happy to choose dinner, he told us that he was not hungry when it was time to eat.

Preston's birthday party was lots of fun and we celebrated with Grammy, Granddaddy, Aunt Rachel, Uncle Teddy, Caroline and Alex. We had a great time and the kids enjoyed playing together, though we really missed Bonnie Mom, Grandpa and all of the Nickel Family.

Preston LOVED his birthday crown from preschool. I enjoyed taking ice cream and Oreo cookies to his preschool celebration. It was so cute to see him enjoy his birthday with his friends.

Preston really likes Mario games and he wanted a "spooky house" and a "fat ghost" like he sees in the games. We found the "fat ghost" easily, because it is an official Mario toy. We had to modify a Scooby Doo toy for the "spooky house" though. He was THRILLED to find these toys waiting for him on the morning of his birthday.

"I am 4 years old!"

Preston was really excited to open his gifts.

Preston loved it when we sang to him and he got to blow out the candle.

Preston had a Mario cake for his birthday party.

Party Boys!

Caroline and Alex had fun at the party!

We are all looking forward to the upcoming year, which will be filled with all sorts of new adventures. I am especially looking forward to Preston's next birthday, which actually falls on Thunder Over Louisville day. We have even booked a hotel downtown, so we can enjoy lots of festivities!