Cole's 6th Birthday!!

My little man is six!! I can't believe it! He is growing up way too fast.

Ben was on call for Cole's birthday, so we celebrated with him the night before. 

Cole helped me make an awesome road cake with a semi truck and a motorhome.

 Next, Cole opened his plethora of presents. This kid was spoiled!

 I couldn't resist snapping a few pics of little buddy getting in on the wrapping paper action :)

  

The favorites this year were the motorhome, the bow and arrow (like Hawkeye), and of course the Lego truck:

The day of Cole's birthday we played non-stop, trying to forget that Daddy couldn't be with us.

First stop was Fon Du Lac Farm where the kids were able to see real animals and play in a barn with fake ones:

They even learned how to milk a cow :)

Next stop was McDonald's for a Happy Meal and playing in the play place! 

Cole got a Build a Bear gift card from Grandma Coombs and couldn't wait another day to go use it, so the next stop was the mall! It was hard deciding what his bear Skittles needed, but he finally decided on a tent and sleeping bag. It was a fun shopping trip!

When I asked Cole what he wanted for his birthday dinner he said he wanted to eat at the hospital with Daddy. Such a sweet kid!! Daddy was able to break away for a short dinner break and met us in the hospital cafeteria. It wasn't the best tasting dinner, but it was the best part of the day because we got to see Daddy, which is a rare thing these days.

Last thing on the birthday list was movie night and a sleepover! It was a great way to end a great day!

I love you my Coleson buddy!! You have grown into a little man. You take good care of me as "the man of the house" while Daddy is gone so much. You are the sweetest boy so full of love, hugs, and kisses! You are so funny and find joy in the simple things. You are also very stubborn and persistent when you want something, but loving and forgiving when we argue about it. You are the best big brother, always playing with Ellie and Dax. You love to take care of us all and play with us all, and we love having you in our family! You bring so much joy to our home and life. I love you to pieces my little man! Always have and always will!! Happy 6th Birthday Coleson!