Happy Birthday Tyson!

Today my baby turns two. It's bittersweet. I'm excited that he's growing up and learning...and it's nice that he's becoming a little more independent, but I admit I miss the cuddly baby days. Also, I feel old. :)

Tyson loves Bob the Builder so that was the theme for his cake. I made one for Taylor years ago with the hard hat and everything and didn't want to copy it. I wasn't sure what to do when my friend Tana suggested tools. It was a great idea and I had fun decorating the cake with them.
Here is the side view. I put bolts, screws, nails and washers all over the sides.

Tyson was thrilled with one gift of his own box of Whoppers. These are his favorite candy.

Waiting anxiously with Troy and Taylor for cake time.

Beth and little Nia came for the party. They are in our ward and I babysit Nia. Isn't she cute?

Nothing brings out the joy in a kid like hearing the happy birthday song just for them. :)

Nothing takes that joy away faster than when someone...a stinker of a brother maybe, blows out the birthday candle for you.

Let's try that again...the smile is back for the song and this time, he blew out his own candle. Yay!!! :)

Time for presents. I picked out Tyson's gift this year and I'm in a little bit of trouble for it. I thought he'd enjoy a keyboard with LOTS of buttons. The down side...no volume knob. It's a little LOUD!

We've had fun celebrating with him and we are looking forward to all the neat things he'll do and learn this year. Happy Birthday Tyson, Mom and Dad love you!