Monday, November 26, 2007

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ERIC!

Happy Birthday to Eric! Eric is turning 11 this year and he has a lot to be proud about! Eric's jubilant spirit is contagious as you can see by his photo. Not only is he extremely talented with Math and sports but he enjoys lots of friends with his congenial personality. Eric tries to be every one's pal and has a special place in his heart for international students who have moved to our school. He's a sensitive guy who is always concerned for others. Last year, on a school field trip to the zoo, he happily gave his $10 spending money to a parking lot musician who was playing for food money, without any encouragement from anyone else. He also sets his adult aspirations high, having interest to be a Professional Soccer player, a Fox News Channel Anchor, a Weather Man or an architect. Whatever Eric sets his mind to, we know he will be successful - in life and love for others! We're proud of you Eric! You're the best 11 year old in the whole world! For this year's birthday we took him and two of his buds on the overnight stay at Cloud land Canyon State Park. Here's Jackson, Eric and Schyler on the way intently playing their hand-held games. Here's Eric, John and the crew at "Big John's BBQ" where we ate lunch at one the road. You have no idea how hard it is to get a photo with regular smiles of a group of boys! LOL! Schyler and John during the "Manhunt" game at the cabin. Walkie-talkie central! He got a brand new set of walkie talkies for his birthday! The guys "yodelling" into the canyon. (poor bears) Enjoying the views. One of the quieter moments of the weekend. Raising the bar? The boys hiking down to an overlook. Enjoying a little college football in front of the fire. A friendly game of spoons. Looking cool at Mackie 'D's after a fun filled weekend!

7 comments:

Loribee said...

Happy Birthday Eric! It is so nice to meet you. After reading your mom's tribute I feel I do know you. You truly have a special spirit!

gbuggman said...

Happy Birthday Eric! You guys are growing up so fast, I hope I can see you before you get into high school.

Tricia said...

Happy birthday, Eric. Glad you had such a great weekend with friends and family. We'd love to come to one of your games some day.

Anonymous said...

Eric, looks like you really did it up this year!! Happy Birthday 11 enjoyable years...would have liked to have been on this trip to the mountains and a nice cozy fire place....some wonderful memories!!
Love you much!

Visit Zooville said...

Eric, I am so glad we got to celebrate your birthday last night. I can't believe you're 11 years old already, before long you will be a grown man. I am so glad you had a great weekend with your friends in the mountains. Maybe I can tag along next time! Happy Birthday, I love you lots.

Aunt Gina

Johnny said...

That was a fun game of manhunt. But, sadly we lost. =(

Army of Mom said...

I love it ... and I truly know how hard it is to get kids to give a decent smile for a photo. Looks like a fun birthday!