A very Fancy Ten Year Old

Just look at this kid. 

Doesn't he ooze charm, warmth, and kindness? He is just the best. This past summer he has started to love to read, continues to love sports and still is friendly and friends with everyone. He has also been fashion conscience since he was first able to express himself. I can remember shaking my head at him when he was two because he had such strong preferences of what he thought looked good and wanted to wear. That has not changed. He has become borderline obsessed with suits and loves to see people wearing them. Recently he made our flight attendant chuckle by complimenting his sharp suit. I found him a suit jacket at goodwill and he was in heaven. He and Jon spent an hour or two pouring over restaurants, pictures, and reviews to find a fancy place to go out for his birthday dinner. Maggiano's was selected and it was perfect. 

                                                 

Just look at that giant meatball. 

It was declared second to grandma's though. Hers are still the absolute best. 

Our kids' first Shirley Temples. 

For sure a great evening out celebrating this 10 year old young man.

A picture of the lucky ones. We are blessed and honored to get to be Ollie's second parents.

Of course we had to celebrate at home as well with cake and presents.

Loot this year included tons of Chiefs paraphernalia for his room and an aquarium! He was pretty happy to have a tank for his room to put all his fishies he catches at the creek. 

Pat and Ollie. Bffs forever. 

Ollie, you are tremendously loved! We are so proud of the young man that is taking shape before our very eyes!