Birthday Bonanza!

September has been full of big things in the Harper Household.  We kicked things off with a photo shoot with the Fabulous Sarah Hudson.  She captured the essence of the boys beautifully.  I LOVE so many that there are too many to post, but here are just a few of my favorite shots. 

Then, Mr. Zander started Kindergarten!!!

He has a great teacher named Mrs. McNulty.  He has had some tough times adjusting to Kindergarten, but comes home each day saying he had the best day yet.

Then, two days into Kindergarten we celebrated Zander's 5th Birthday!  He chose to eat at the local Chinese buffet for his Birthday dinner.  There his meal consisted of chicken wings and mangoes.  He got his first bike for his birthday.  He is quite nervous about riding it, but did take a few trips up and down the sidewalk.

Zander had been talking about wanting a birthday party at Pump It Up for over a year.  (Pump It Up is a place that has large inflatable bounce houses, slides and obstacle courses for kids to play on.)  And boy was it a par-tay!  All the kids seemed to have a great time.  Even Grandpa and Mom got in on the action. Then we headed to the party room where Zander got to sit on a gigantic inflatable chair to open presents. 

As if that wasn't enough partying for one month, a week after Zander's birthday we got to celebrate Caleb's 2nd birthday!  Caleb got to go to an uber-awesome playdate while Zander was at school (shhhh, don't tell Zander).  Caleb picked breakfast for dinner (ok, well mommy picked it for him).  Then he got to open his presents and he got some awesome loot.  A tool set complete with safety goggles and drill, a truck and a tricycle just to name a few.  Apparently the trike needed some repairs made right away.

After all that partying, we are all just party pooped! 

Our So-Called Summer

Up until recently, the weather hasn't seemed too summer-y, but we've been trying to get out and enjoy the days when we can.  Here are some of the activities we have been up to.

The boys experienced having their first garage sale, which to them was the equivalent of going to Disney World.  Almost 4 whole days of Grandpa's undivided attention while Mommy and Grandma manned the sale.  Zander got to talk to strangers and count money, what could be better??

Our family had a photo shoot with my friend Sarah Hudson.  She is an amazing photographer.



Zander had Soccer and T-ball Camp.  He was extremely excited.  He received a certificate at the end and now thinks he knows everything there is to know about soccer and T-Ball .

We spent a day 'camping' at Interstate State Park for the Annual Radel Family Camping trip.  The kids played games and bubbles, ate smores, and Zander went fishing for the very first time.  Zander learned that fishing is a sport of a little doing and a lot of waiting.  He is usually better at a lot of doing and just a little waiting.  But after being side-tracked by rock throwing and a trip to the bathroom he caught his very first fish!  (Look very closely). 

Of course, it's not truly summer in Stillwater until you've had Nelson's ice cream. 

And the most exciting news of the summer is that Zander passed the Early Entrance to Kindergarten Evaluation and will be starting kindergarten in the fall!  He is so excited! 

All Points Bulletin

All units be advised.  Be on the lookout for this adorable 18 month old boy. 

Caleb is wanted for repeated theft of his big brother's pajamas.   

You may find him climbing on tables, toys or any non-steady object. 

He may be watching Yo Gabba Gabba! or Dora the Explorer.  Caleb can be identified by his continuous use of the words "Mama" and "mine."  He may also be heard saying "cookie" and "Momo" (Elmo). 

Caleb may be working in the restaurant industry or in Janitorial Services.  



If you should see this subject do not attempt to apprehend him.  He is armed (with snot and drool) and dangerous.  Call the local authorities, Zander, who will tackle him immediately.