Owen's Fourth Birthday

1/16/14: the best photo of the monster cupcakes we made for the parties at both YBR and at home. Cara and I helped decorate; Mommy baked and decorated.

Our friend Bop Buddy, ready to be pummeled in honor of Owen's birthday.

He really did take quite a beating that day, from both PJ and Owen.

The monster cupcakes, with some nice accompanying "4" cookies from Grandmom!

Closeup on the special birthday cupcake, with candles.

Eagerly awaiting cupcakes.

Owen gets his birthday song.

Celebrating having blown out all the candles in one try, with no assistance.

Attempts at a family photo were somewhat marred by the fact that Owen was determined to hide himself.

General celebration

Opening presents, with help. A lot of nudging was needed since Owen tends to want to play with everything he opens right away.

On his new bean bag with the whole Nancy Circle crew! He insisted on getting a book before he would sit on it.