Fun Shop

Brody had his first "school" type experience this past summer at Fun Shop.  He had the opportunity to engage in a variety of centers and activities, including a circle time where we sang songs and played a game.  The theme for the summer session was based on the Olympics.  Some of his favorite things were riding on the train, eating snack, smashing play-doh, digging in the rice,  playing with cars, and splashing in the water table.  Kami was in his class too, which was an added bonus!

On the last day they had this roller coaster ramp out.  Brody couldn't get enough of it!!

He loves his trains!

Happy 2nd Birthday, Brody!!

I still can't believe my little man is two!!  He's my sweet car lovin' man, anything with wheels and you've got him hooked!  That's how our CARS birthday party idea was born (with a little help from pinterest). :)  

We began his actual birthday eating some yummy breakfast at Nana and Papa's and ended it with some melt in your mouth brownie cookies at Granny's house.  He was more into opening presents this year, however everything he opened he wanted to play with it right that second.  Needless to say, opening presents took a little while.  Good thing Brody had Brookie and Hads to help him. :)  We were very fortunate this year to celebrate his birth with all of Brody's cousins, aunts and uncles, and grandparents.  The things you appreciate once you move closer to home.  Watching him interact and laugh with all his family, doesn't get any better than that.

Papa Don helping Brody open up his John Deere tractors.  He LOVES tractors just like his Papa.

Sissy trying out brother's new truck.

Where are all the candles when you need them?!?!?!?

The following week, we had his birthday party with family and friends.  We celebrated it drive-in movie style.  Before the party, Daddy and Papa painted the boxes and made them into cars.  Thank goodness kids have wonderful imaginations!   As everyone arrived at the party, they were able to choose and decorate their car.  Brayden then announced the rules of proper etiquette while watching a movie.  I think his favorite part was telling everyone to silence their phones.  I don't know what was more entertaining, Bray laughing while giving his speech or how all the kiddos were being so attentive. ;)  It was cute nonetheless.  We then ate movie type food while watching the movie CARS.  Brody LOVED every minute of it.  It was definitely his kind of party.  Thanks to our family and friends for helping us celebrate our little guy's special day.  We love you, car lovin' boy!!

We let Brody open one of his gifts early to bypass the waiting time for his guests to arrive.  He was a little anxious to  get the party started! :)

Hads decorating her car.

Addy putting Aunt Becky to work.

Kami and her new ride.

He's in the zone!

Liv and Fiona 

Brody, Brody, why did mama get you a white shirt for your bday?!?!?

The party ended with Bray having the nifty idea of making his car move, Flintstone style.  

Clean up was easy since every kid wanted to take their car home!  Turned out to be a great party favor!