Big 4 year old!

On Sunday, June 28, Riley turned 4. He is getting to be so big and so much fun. He really keeps me company all the time now. He still loves to be outside and is always active. He loves his baby sister dearly, although I do have to watch that he doesn't get too rough with her. He is growing so tall and in my opinion very handsome. We went in for his four year appt with 4 shots last week. OUCH! He did really well, although my heart just melted when he looked up at me with those sad eyes and the tears welled up over how bad they hurt. Afterward I rewarded him with some McDonald's. He is, of course, off the charts in his height. (44 1/2 inches tall) and 43 lbs. (90%). He just looks more like a 5 year old than a 4 year old.

On Saturday we had his big birthday party at the house. We had mostly family with a few close friends. He was very insistent on wanting a bounce house party. So we rented a bounce house for the backyard. Unfortunately it was so hot, that the kids didn't bounce much longer than 20 minutes. Riley did get in some extra bouncing time before and after the party. The rest of the time the kids were content, playing in the playroom or on the swing set.

Here is Riley & Jake playing on the swing set.

Jacob wanted to spend some time trying out Riley's old wheels!

Of course, the party theme was CARS! Kachow!

Bouncing!

The big 4 year old cake!

Blowing out the candles!

Opening presents. This one was a cool remote controlled car!

Mommy & Daddy bought him a bike! He has been wanting one! Now he really is a big boy!

Trying to smile into the sun! The bike looks a lot like Randy's motorcycle with a blue frame and fluorescent orange rims.