Package

Ethan got a "Happy Spring" package in the

mail from Aunt Julie! (and Uncle Mark)

He tore it open to see what was inside.

A Thomas the Train Bubble Blower!

Thanks, Aunt Julie!!

Volleyball

We took Karlie and Keeley Hinzman to volleyball practice. 

And enjoyed spending a little time with them.

Favorite

Ethan playing at the Hinzmans.

Can you see what his favorite toy is?

The doll house!

Biker Boy

In Person

Ethan got to meet Jay Jay the Jet Plane in person.

Cheese & Crackers

Ethan's Birthday gift from Mommy & Daddy.

Meet "Cheese" and "Crackers". (They're goldfish)

Party Time

Ethan celebrated his birthday with a Sunday afternoon party at Grandma & Papa's house.

And a VOLCANO cake!

A few gifts.  Cars from Cooper & Miles:

And rain boots from Aunt Anna!

(The cake in action!)

Shake It

Ethan and I have been missing Daddy a lot while he's gone. 

So to help us feel better when used a free shake coupon to Sonic.

Ahh sweet chocolate.

ETHAN IS 5

Our little guy is turning 5, we are so thankful for such a blessing. It has been great watching him grow and be a part of his life, he is so smart and has made a huge progress within the past year. He is very energetic and as ornery as his mom, which can be challenging at times. But at the end of the day we thank God for the wonderful kid He gave us, with a special way of letting us know how he feels or what he wants, but so loving and so caring that makes anyone fall in love with him. We can’t wait to see what God has in store for him. Feliz cumpleaños Ethan Briones.

G'pa-Coffee-Time

Grandpa Bartolo kept Ethan:

While Mommy & Daddy had some time together at Starbucks.