Shared birthday week

TJ and Emilia both seem to enjoy that we often celebrate their birthdays together. They each had a birthday this week, so family dinner last night centered on them. TJ's favorite food is cheese pizza and the evenings outside have turned quite pleasant, so we made homemade pizzas on the grill. Most everyone in the family was in attendance, so we made 10 pizzas in all. I put all the toppings outside by the grill and everyone took turns creating their own pizza masterpiece. TJ still likes cheese best!

TJ is the most gracious birthday boy - EVER. He expresses his appreciation and loves everyone always. Sally and girls made him a sugar cookie "TJ" which he promptly broke apart and shared with his siblings and cousins. He requested that family members bring canned food for a little food drive he is organizing as part of his birthday. He is such a thoughtful, caring young man. I'm so glad that he is part of my life!

(Please ignore the clutter in the background. We are in the middle of a small kitchen remodel.)

Emilia is also a wonderful birthday girl! She, too, is always thankful and thoughtful. Perhaps those are the special gifts you receive when you are born during the first week of November!