Christmas candids.

Mason's birthday morning was spent doing Christmas with the Sundberg family. 

And it was {perfect} in every single way.

Even with pop guns.

cupcakes, cake and more cake.

 

birthday cupcakes for school.

 

family dinner - homemade Chinese and sparkling cider. 

 

 a lover of cards - just like his mama.

 

cougar hats, footballs and even a new sweatshirt.

 

fun games.

cousins to celebrate with.

a jump rope.

 

 

and a football cake made with love.

I'd say he's loved - wouldn't you?

the birthday {fly by}.

Just as the football party began my phone beeped ... and read:

If you're home, look up!

Thank you Tiffany and Brady for the added excitement and Top Gun style {fly by}!

somehow ... he's seven.

 

and all he wanted for his birthday was a flag football party.

So that's what he got.

We spent the afternoon with a new Nerf flag football set, a few friends, a competitive dad & uncle, a Papa Gary as referee, an aunt as the cheering squad, and a mom to take pictures.

Everyone had a great time - even the spectators watching from the deck with hot chocolate (which I didn't get one picture of).

 

I think we've started a new birthday tradition for the boy born at Christmas.

Really, what more could one ask for than a day spent with family and friends.

That's what birthdays are all about - celebrating the fact that we are alive, healthy, happy and blessed with friends and family that truly enjoy spending time with us.

Happy Birthday Mas - you're loved!