More Birthday Weekend Fun

My mom and granddad, Bill, came in town for vacation last weekend. They stayed at the Opryland Hotel, so we went out there on Friday night for dinner, to walk around, and to let the boys swim. As soon as we entered the hotel, Owen's face lit up. He started running and pointing excitedly at all the flowers and waterfalls. He couldn't run fast enough into Nana's arms when we got to the restaurant. One thing that is so strikingly different in the two boys is there reaction to new things. Owen just knows it is going to be so much fun, and even if it isn't that great, he sure makes you feel like it is. It is contagious. We often times find ourselves having more fun doing something just because Owen is enjoying it so much. I think that is one reason Micah loves to have him around when we go to new places. Micah doesn't know how to perceive new things. He gets shy, and a little closed off. He doesn't like the unknown or rushes of emotion, and having his happy-go-lucky brother there helps take the edge off. What a great match those two little ones are!

On Saturday, after golf and naps, we met my family again at Cock of the Walk restaurant. If you have never been there, take the drive and order a large plate of fried dill pickles. You won't be sorry-they are the best I have ever had. The boys were a little feisty, but Micah absolutely loved the food, and they had fun playing on the oversized rocking chair.

Sunday evening we had a small birthday party (at Micah's request-"I don't want it to be a lot of people"-we understand buddy, boy do we understand!) at Matt's parent's pool. Micah had fun splashing around, blowing out his candles, and opening his gifts. By this time, we were all so worn out from our busy weekend. The party was short and sweet and we went home to get some rest.

Notice the difference in Micah's and Owen's expression. He was so happy to see Nana, but you would never know by the stunned look on his face! Love it.

Making sure we had enough napkins!

Playing a game with Aunt Jessica. She has hung out with Owen at every one of Micah's birthday parties. Thanks Jessica for making Owen feel special!

The boys with both their great-granddads (Matt's paternal grandfather and my maternal grandfather). We were so happy they could come.