Birthday Boy

Today is Arlo's 2nd birthday. Since he was born in the 7 o'clock hour, it seems fitting we are thinking about that day and writing about it here. We'll spare you the details - just think "he was on his way." Arlo woke up happy and excited today - smiling and hamming it up, climbing in bed with us for a family hug (his favorite!), and practicing his jumping skills and chatting me up as I am writing this.

We had a birthday party for him on Sunday with several of his good friends and their families - and despite the allergies, I made him a cake (wheat, eggs and dairy included - cause who would want to eat it otherwise!) with a chocolate layer and a coconut layer - he seemed to like it a lot ("Yum!").The kids played and ran through the yard and hollered up a storm at times and had a great time. Pictures will follow.

Now we head off to the Doctor's office for a 2 year old check up and hopefully that will be quick and easy. There's a little cake left from the party so he might get another round of a birthday free-for-all with the cake and ice cream before we hose him off for the night (the mess of the frosting does seem to require a hose for cleaning!) . We are so lucky to have such a great son - Arlo Franklin Augusta - we love you!! Happy Birthday! xo, Mom + Dad