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In the car the other day:

Zack: Mom, I'm getting a dog in April.

Me: Really? What kind?

Zack: A black chihauhau.

Me: Those are kind of hard to find, most of them are shades of brown and white.

Zack: Well, that is what I want.

Me: Do you have a name picked out?

Zack: Joseph, after my friend.

Me: (smile), we'll see.

Where does he come up with this? And our poor dog is tortured every night. Zachary makes Pete sleep with him ever since I put Pete out in the kitchen after I found several vomit patches one morning. Who has time to clean that up in the morning when you are running off to school. Zachary came out one night and said, "Mom, Pete is whining. Can he sleep with me?" As if I didn't know Pete was whining, but was trying to ignore him. Rather than ignore him, why not let him sleep with Zachary. Seemed like a good alternative and if he had to vomit, it would be contained to one room that already badly needs the carpet to be replaced. Hmm, a reason for wooden floors.

On Christmas Eve on the way home from church he told he wanted to get a dog for Xmas next year, so this isn't the first time we've heard about this idea. I can't imagine that will happen though. John is not much of an animal person and he is just waiting for Pete to pass. He won't be very compassionate when Pete starts falling apart. I'm not looking forward to that. :-( Maybe if I play my cards right, I can get another dog with a little pressure from Zachary. :-)

It'z birthday bash

Party time: 4-7:30P

Venue: It'z

Attendants: Bryan, Nathan, Joseph, Nicholas, Presley and Zack

Served: Unlimited pizza, soda, and cake

Entertainment: Unlimited video games, go-karts, laser-tag, and mini-bowling

Results: a blast had by all

We kept the party small this year with six boys. I had one mom help transport the boys and then John and I were there, of course. It was a great time to go since the place was virtually empty. We did not have to wait in any lines for the activities. We extended the party an hour since the boys were all having such a good time.

Zack did super good on laser tag. I was rather surprised at his dodging skills. He snuck up on me and John a few time too. We played 3x since all the boys seemed to enjoy that the most. And then at the go-karts, he happened to get the fastest car and lapped all the boys 2 times. It was fantastic!!! The boys enjoyed bowling too.

Everyone left at 7:30, but me and Zack. The party pack we chose had unlimited arcade games. I figured this is the only time he is going to get to play Mrs. Pac-man unlimited. So, I let him play until 8:45P. Yes, I know, I'm a little crazy, but what mom doesn't sometimes allow their child to enjoy his birthday party. Besides, I brought a book and just sat and read. We were both happy.

Here is a link for the boys singing happy birthday. Totally the way boys would sing it too.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dxOI5TBFy8M&context=C37053cbADOEgsToPDskJK1VL7gIUovKBVTekAOs4b

Look whose 11!

(I know, he looks frightened. He is having issues with the flash.)

We opened a few presents Monday night since we have Bible study Tuesday. He was very excited about a puzzle Aunt Traci sent, a game Lauren sent, and his robe we got him.

This morning was the big surprise. We got him a xylophone for him to play in band at school. He was thrilled, and immediately started playing. After about 20 minutes, I had to crack the whip and head him off to get ready for school.

Part of our tradition is to have cookie cake at school with his class and take him lunch. So I brought him Chic Fa La. He was excited. Funny thing, he asked for a 12 pack. I was very surprised, but later changed his mind to an 8 pack of nuggets. Glad he is eating and growing.

His class sang Happy Birthday and he had a cute little grin the whole time.

We packed up his xylophone, but while I was up at school for lunch, he decided he wanted it at home. I guess we will play with it this week and then take it up to school Monday. I know the other band students will be excited about the new instrument (life in a small private school).

We'll have one of his favorite meals tonight, nachos (Lupe style), and then head to BSF. He begged John to skip his shower tonight since it was his birthday. Not sure what will come of that, but I'm staying out of it and away from any stink. Nothing a little chlorine won't cure tomorrow. We will have his party on Friday at It'z. They have games, laser tag, mini-bowling, etc. We are bringing 5 boys from school, so it should be super fun and relaxed! Will post on that later.

Happy 11th Birthday to my sweet, sweet boy! You are growing up too fast.

PS If the birthday spankings were not in his underwear only, I would post them. John and Zachary laughed the whole time. The pictures are really cute. Zachary is getting to be pretty strong.