Turning Five

It is the year 2014 and my mini me just turned five years of age. His birthday is March 21st 2009. He is the love of my life, my world...my everything and his name is James. I took the day off work so we could be together on his birthday. Whatever he wants...he was to get. We started off by getting ready and then took the drive into Huntersville. "Chickfila, that is what I want for my birthday lunch Mommy." So Chickfila it was. He downed their famous chicken sandwich and waffle fries. Then it was off to their indoor play area. "Mommy come with me" he said with a huge smile on his face. We stayed and he played for nearly 20 minutes. He even managed to make a few friends while we were there. After lunch we headed to Target...it was now time to pick out the perfect birthday toy. Up and down the aisle we went. His eyes wide open with amazement. "Ohh Mommy, I like this" those would be the words to follow. I think it is funny how well my son knows me, as his next words were "Mommy is this on clearance?" Clearance or not, my Angel would get anything he wanted (within means of course). James ended up settling on the Cut Rope Game. "Mommy I have wanted this for awhile now"...Me..."And it is on clearance!" We continued to walk the toy aisle and I added to the cart without his knowledge. We continued our shopping spree for a little while longer when James uttered the words "Mom, I am thirsty". After checking out, we made our way over to the snack counter...time to fill up on Icee's. "I'll take mine mixed Mommy" "Mommy you are the best" "Thank you Mommy"... We loaded up the car and off to Kohls we went. Back to the toy aisle. I just so happened to find more clearance...add to cart. Once we finished up our shopping at Kohls, we headed to Walmart. Walmart...our home away from home! No more toys, but I did manage to find more clearance items. This time I treated myself. I also had James pick out a cupcake. Later we would sing Happy Birthday. After our Walmart Adventure we decided to head home, but not before stopping by the new dollar store. Time to pick out some balloons! James decided on three and then off we went. We got home around 4:30. This gave us just enough time to get ready for T-ball practice and for James to play video games. I must admit he is pretty good. Quite honestly, he could probably kick my butt any day. Jeremy arrived home around 5:15 and then we made a mad dash to the baseball fields. I sat with some of the other team Moms while they practiced. I couldn't help but to reflect not only on the day, but the past couple of years. My baby is growing up. Five may not seem like a milestone for some, but to this Mom, it most definitely is. My Butterbean will start school this year! I sit and stare at this Miracle that God has given to me and I cannot help but to be full of joy and saddened at the same time. It was a bittersweet day to say the least. Blessed to have another year with my son, but sad that he is yet another year older. After t-ball, James asked if we could go to MC-ADD-DONALDS for dinner. Jeremy agreed and off to McDonalds we went. Give this kid a cheeseburger happy meal and it's like you have conquered the world. After stuffing our faces, it was time for James birthday cupcake. I lit the candle and grabbed my camera. James sit and starred in awe at the shimmering glow. Jeremy and I sang Happy Birthday. We told James to "Make a wish" and poof...out the candle went. James proceeded to lick all the icing off and then the rest of the cupcake made it's way to the trash. Needless to say his face was now a master piece of sugary sweetness. It was a great day all in all. The night ended with full bellies and lots of laughter. So thankful for another year. Even more thankful that I get to call James mine. What a blessing it is. Welcome to FIVE!