Anthony celebrated his birthday with his friends early, on Saturday the 24th, so that they would all be able to come over. As soon as everyone arrived, we wasted no time digging into lunch and snacks. Chips, fruit, homemade blueberry muffins, and a sandwich bar were on the menu.
Afterwards, Anthony opened his gifts. His main gift from us was a new airsoft fun, which he had opened earlier. He got a poster, new hat, Hawaiian shirts, and a whole bunch of goodies in his birthday stocking!
All of Anthony's friends are truly amazing boys. I greatly enjoyed watching them hang out and have fun. I am so thankful he has such a great group of friends by his side.
After it cooled down a bit, it was time for the main event! An airsoft gun battle! Sam and I helped everyone get ready. A lot of planning went into this event. For weeks the boys worked on gathering pieces for their outfits. Everyone was all dressed in camo, with face masks, helmets, and boots. Anthony even spent his own money on bandanas so they could split into two groups. They had been looking forward to this battle for a while, and I'm so thankful we could make it happen for them!
Look at this amazing group of fine looking young men! Anthony said they had a blast. Even Timothy joined in. Every once in a while I would stick my head out the back door so I could hear their yelling and laughing. It made my heart feel so full knowing how much fun they were having. Making memories.
After the boys had a chance to cool down after their airsoft battle, it was time for birthday dinner - a double batch of my homemade mac and cheese! Then we kicked everyone outside to the tent where they all spent the night, lol.
On Anthony's actual birthday, the 27th, Sammy and I took him to officially get his license! Funny story with that though....we got all the way to White Salmon (1 1/2 hour drive), only to realize we forgot to grab his birth certificate. UGH! So we hustled all the way back to Goldendale where my friend Amanda met us just outside town with it, and then we drove all the way back. It definitely made for a long morning, but I was glad we were actually able to get him his license like I promised him!
Afterwards, we took him out to a special lunch in Hood River, and then we had a Chinese take out dinner with all the Grandparents and the Lucas'.
Airsoft with your buddies, and officially getting your license? Sounds like the best birthday to me!
With love,
Mama Hauck
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