November 7, 2008

{J.w. & Co.}

J.W. celebrated his 22nd birthday on Oct. 29th! He is a joy in every way,
and such a good influence on our family. His kind heart and steady temperament are a gift, and we just love him so much. In the last year, he has had two very difficult surgeries, and though it has been very frustrating for him, he has been patient and accepting. He works very hard, taking a full load of classes at the University, and working each day as a teller at the bank. He also plays very hard!
His friends came over for two parties.

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Jamison, Chelsey, James, Marianne, J.W. and Star, his date. He borrowed this kilt from someone in one of his classes. It cracked me up!
(And... he used the boys'new vest!)

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Cute little bunny!


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Jake, Alex, James, Ryan, Andrew, Libby, Tanner, Dani, and J.W.


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Jake and Alex


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Marshall, Libby, & Tanner. They dressed like "greasers" at the last minute---
with jackets from when the boys were toddlers!
Libby was thrilled to be included in their gang!

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(A temporary tattoo from a pre-game party!)

Happy Birthday, J.W.! A man after his Mom's heart!!!

9 comments:

Eloise said...

Happy Birthday, J.W.!

Erin, could your boys be any cuter? I loved the pictures from Halloween. So glad to see that vest is getting such good use! And to think your boys scoffed when you bought it... :)

Sheri said...

What a very special son--and handsome, too. You definitely don't look old enough to have a 22-year-old!! Love his kilt. :)

Jboo said...

Happy Birthday (a little late) to J.W.!! What a handsome son -- actually they are all very handsome!! Love their costumes -- the kilt is too cute!

Have a fun weekend!

Janet

The Kemps said...

Happy Birthday JW! I love everyone's costumes! And of course the "Mom" tatoo.

Carrie said...

What a party house~ looks like a fun way to celebrate a birthday and have fun! Cute boy(s), cute costumes, cute house, cute shades, cute everything!

laurel said...

Great costumes! I love kids good kids like this!! And Happy B-day!!!

Dawn said...

I CANNOT believe you have a 22 year old son!!! Amazing! What a handsome guy...and what a fun party! I just crave the glimpses of your beautiful house and porch!

Hugs

Thank you for all the kind words and prayers for Lucy...it helped remembering sweet Libby and all that she has been through :)

Just a nobody said...

Happy Birthday is right! What a handsome fella! Looks like a great group of young adults! Is that your basement kitchen? Fabulous!!!!

jennifer said...

What a cutie he is. Love the greasers pictures. Too cute!