Thing 4's Birthday (15th): Family and Friend Celebrations

Thing 4's 15th birthday began as most all of his other birthdays have, with football.  He was born on Boxing Day and thus a family tradition was introduced, English breakfast and Manchester United on the tele.  He isn't even big fan of the English breakfast, aside from the bacon, but his Mama is so on we go.  Baked beans, Heinz of course, white toast, sausage, bacon, fried eggs and broiled tomatoes, yes please!  Then we watch the footie and cheer on our Reds with family.  (Even if they are not United fans, Uncle Jeff still likes a competitive match)

Thing 4 and Gemma, snuggled up.

From footie to family celebrations, the day was spent celebrating with family time, shopping and eating out and then we had Gpa and Mema over for cake and games, per Thing 4's request.  

Ready to make his wish for the year of 15!  

A game of Clue, one of his favorites.  I don't remember who did it or who guessed correctly but I do know we shared quite a few laughs that night trying to figure it all out! 

With Thing 4's birthday following Christmas and the busyness of everyone's schedules during the  holidays he had his friend party before his actual birthday.  His choice this year: air-soft guns and dinner at De Sano's with his best buddies.  It was a guys only event so sisters and I stayed behind at the house preparing dessert for Thing 4 and friends while Husband Jared chaperoned the games and dinner.  From those smiles I think it's safe to say it was a fun night!  

Hungry guys! 

Ready to go!  

Next birthday is family only but I have no doubt that it will be just as fun.  So here's to fifteen and celebrating it all!