My dear sweet Dekker Thomas turned FIVE today! I remember the day Dekker was born very fondly, and so vividly, in fact, that it feels like it was much much more recent than five whole years ago.
This morning, we went to Dekkers room, threw the lights on, and sang Happy Birthday to Dekker. He was all glowy and happy and excited, while Rowan was flat on his face across their bedroom, out cold. No amount of singing or birthday excitement could wake him, so we hauled Dekker out and left Rowan in slumber. Laela and Solly were up too, and we all sat in the living room while Dekker opened his gifts.
We took a bit of time to open up his lego and dump it out from its little bags, and he even built a car.
We asked what he’d like for his birthday breakfast, and he requested pancakes. So pancakes it was! However, the little punk only ate one measly pancake, as he was far too interested in getting back to his lego. Can’t blame the kid.
We all got ready for the day and drove to a nearby town for a DQ ice cream cake, and then headed to my parents house. We made it in time for lunch, where we had macaroni and chicken fingers. The cake came out afterwards, and we celebrated Caity and Dekker’s birthdays, since my sister’s was two days ago.
Since we had all jumped the gun and gave Caitlin her presents earlier, Dekker opened his gifts after lunch. He picked a couple to play with, and the afternoon went on to be filled with games, Mario Kart, and going for walks. I wish I had a picture of Deks walking hand in hand with Auntie Grace!! It was really sweet. While we walked, Brady lounged with Solly.
For those wondering, today was worse than yesterday, but better than the day before. So we’ll take it. He’s still incredibly unsettled and a bit fussy, but he napped a bit better today, and threw up less. Maybe the little bits of medication are starting to kick in! Fingers crossed!
We all had a yummy light supper before heading home. Now the kids are bathed and in bed, and I’m about to head back to my parents to hang out with everyone for just a little bit longer. While we love having this house, and we feel SO at home even just living in town, we sure miss the later evenings with everyone once the kids go to bed. So it’ll be nice for me to head back, and I believe Stef is coming out here to play vids with Brady for a bit, which is really nice.
All in all, it was a lovely day with family today. It was SO good to celebrate my sister, and my very first baby.
Dekker, you are a spectacular man. I can’t wait to see how this next year goes for you. I’m looking forward to your confidence growing and you really finding yourself. I’m excited to see you learn and grow in school, and to meet all of your new friends. You are such an incredible part of our family. I love you, Dekker boy, through thick and thin.