Owen is 5!!

Our big boy is officially 5 yrs old today! Even though 5 seems monumentally older than 4 it is a fitting description of Owen. He is blossoming into a very clever, curious, thoughtful and independent boy.  Joel and I are regularly reminded of just how much he has grown and how smart he has become. Dinner conversations have regularly include questions about which continents are experiencing snow, which planets are the most like earth, can we remember which theropod is the biggest, etc. Let's just say we have  already reached the point where we don't know the answers to many of the questions that Owen has for us!

Of course Owen continues to LOVE all things auto. There isn't a day that goes by where he doesn't spend time playing with his cars. He has a fascinating imagination and becomes immersed in the schemes he creates with his cars and monster trucks. We do not see an end in sight for this interest! We joke that next year Owen will again ask for a car themed cake/party, it would be the 5th time! 

We are anxious for what Owen's future holds as he prepares to start Kindergarten. Joel and I are excited for him to expand his education, but also for him to gain the sense of culture and community that his dual language school will provide for him. So much will change for him before his next birthday!

We want to thank everyone for helping make his birthday so special. He had a wonderful party with so many good friends and family. He was truly thrilled with how the day went and thankful for the thoughtful gifts he received. 

Here are a few pics from the festivities!