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White Oak Adventures
Jul. 3, 2009
Jesse turns 10!
It sure doesn't seem long for my little ones to grow up. Jesse turned 10 on July 1st and that's a big deal in our house. For most birthdays we don't do "parties" in the usual sense, instead we let the birthday child pick out a birthday cereal (that's a big deal because Shredded Wheat and Raisin Bran is a staple here), plan a "theme", and pick out the birthday dinner. Chores are off-limits for the birthday kid, which is always a good thing. Grandma and Grandpa come over and help us celebrate with cake and presents.
However, turning 10 means having a party...with friends! Jesse really surprised me and just wanted one friend to come and spend the night. He's such a social guy I really thought he'd go for the "big party" scene. So, in the end, it was a small bash...but a fun one.
Ryan came home early and took Josiah, Jesse, & John bowling. While they were gone Noah, Rebekah, and I decorated for the party. Jesse thought he was going to have an Olympic themed party, but Josiah and I decided to completely surprise him with a Harry Potter party. Both boys have been reading the series since we left for our Texas trip. In less than 8 weeks, Jesse has read 5 of the 6 books. Keep in mind, several of these books are 600 pages. Jesse's come along way with his reading in a very short time.
Thus, the Harry Potter theme. And, yes, he was very surprised when he saw the decorations.
 The birthday boy making a wish!
 Ryan did a great job reproducing the font from the books.
 I hung the book covers on the window as a banner.
 Jesse wanted Subway for dinner.
 Jesse's friend John (on the left) and Josiah on the right.
 Grandma and Grandpa gave Jesse a card that plays the Harry Potter theme.
 Gift time!
 Some kind of game controller. I never did figure out what it's for.
Happy Birthday Jesse. You're a fantastic son and Dad and I love you so much!
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