Our gorgeous Benjamin turned six last Friday. Benjamin is such a joy to have in our home. He is funny and cute, and always entertaining! He still has that cute little boy accent. He adores his big brother and trails after him all day long, but certainly can stand on his own two feet if necessary. Right now Benjamin is super excited about painting and drawing. Maybe he will be an artist like my Grandpa George. He also loves to tell stories and pretend that he is some kind of superhero or police guy. Yeah he likes to pretend he is a tough guy, but deep down he is a softy. Just walk in on him talking in a high, squeaky voice to Emma calling her his little precious or lover girl- total softy, and totally adorable. Happy Birthday, Ben-Ben. We love you!!
Here he is with all his birthday loot!
Creating another masterpiece- just in time for breakfast. Dad made him his famous omeletts!
For his birthday celebration this year he wanted to ride quads on the sand dunes. Some great friends not only came along with their ATVs, but they brought their trailer and all their gear, and the boys ended up riding quads and camping at the Pismo Beach dunes! Many thanks to the Capanna family, especially Quin and Cole, for their big hearts and great company!
Getting ready for the beach!
Savanna, Emma, and I tagged along for the day on Friday. Emma was a doll, and even took a little nap in the trailer. Savanna had a blast riding the dune buggy and quads. I even went out a couple times, and only got stuck once (and it was Ben's fault- he was totally goading me to go up this big sand hill! I told him we wouldn't make it, but he insisted!! Quin and James had to come rescue us, and I will never live it down!)!
Brad getting ready!
It was really windy. I had to stay inside with Emma for a few hours until the wind died down, but the boys and Savanna put on their goggles and hit the dunes!
Savanna trying out the ATVs.
Dad helping Ben learn how to drive.
It didn't take the boys long before they became very comfortable with riding these things. A little too comfortable! Fortunately James was the only one who ended up bailing, and no big injuries occurred.
Savanna and Ben in the dune buggy.
Bradley's turn.
Playing in the trailer!
The wind finally subsided, and we headed outside! Emma's not too sure about this sand.
And no camping trip is complete without S'mores. This was Ben's first time having a S'more...way better than cake. We even sang to him around the camp fire.
Savanna and I headed home around 8pm on Friday. The boys slept over on the beach and rode quads most of the day Saturday. By the time they were done, Ben was completely exhausted from pure joy and fun. This has to be the greatest picture ever!
April 29 - 30, 2011
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