Where does the time go?

We celebrated Carter's 3rd birthday over the weekend back in Texas. We had such a great time (very quick) visiting family and a few friends. I don't know why 3 is the magic number for really getting the "birthday party". Carter talked about his party for weeks, he had such a great time with everyone. Each year when another birthday hits, I wondered how did we get here so fast. I know some days tick by very slow, but when I look back, I can't believe it has already been 1 year. Lots of things have happened and Carter has grown in so many ways.
We ordered his "football" cake back in January before we left. He asked for over a month when he was getting his football cake. He was so proud of it. He even put the candles in it by himself.

Zane is his buddy. A big "thanks" to Zaney for taking C around and playing games with him. Zane and Brittany were good friends of ours back in TC. Carter goes for Zane and Ben goes for Brittany.

Uncle Doug and Carter. Uncle Doug is a very hands on uncle, he plays with all the nieces and nephews whenever he is with them. Uncle Doug took the first shift with Carter at Chuck E Cheese. Jackson wasn't able to make the party, so Uncle Doug came in his place.

On Wednesday night before the boys and I flew to Texas, we went to eat pizza, yum! Carter opened his gifts from us. Benjamin gave him his Chicago Bears jersey and Ryan and I gave him a magnetic book. He was excited to get both!

Sweet information about Carter

1. He is very loveable. He loves to be held tight. He will kiss you for no reason!

2. He loves to laugh! Especially if other people (mainly Ben) join in and laugh too.

3. He loves reading books.

4. He loves playing with Ben, but he also enjoys playing by himself. He is okay being alone.

5. He loves animals, and he loves to lick and kiss these strange animals!