Ellis's 9th birthday

On May 16^th, my baby boy turned nine. I feel like every day I am saying, “Where did the time go?” To celebrate his last year in the single digits, we had a play at the park with a handful of his friends.  When it came time to prepare for the party, I asked what food was served at his friends’ birthday parties.  The answer: sushi, vegetable sticks, fruit, etc. Picking up a tray of Chick-Fil-A nuggets isn’t an option here. I am not even sure the parents would approve if it was an option.  So, on our menu we had homemade hummus with capsicum, carrot, and celery sticks (Ellis wanted to make sure the veggies were cut just right), fruit, gluten free cupcakes, popcorn, and a few other treats. The children had a ball playing soccer, basketball, and “tiggy” (tag). We also introduced them to tailgate golf, which was quite a hit. I have to be honest, when I see Ellis with his buddies, my heart aches a little bit. I know one day he will really miss them!