Gabriel's 5th Birthday

This little boy is very special to me. I've known Gabriel since he was 6 months old, celebrating every birthday, graduation & little boy right-of-passage with him. He has the same heart and personality as his uncle Kyu, excelling in every athletic activity his mom & dad put him in, while remaining the humble, good-natured boy that loves his mommy very much (he's a momma's boy, just like Kyu was).

We celebrated his 5th birthday at the park on Sunday, doing all of the little things kids love most.

Balloons, cake & all of his best friends.



Of course a star wars inspired birthday cake. Big brother Lucas was so happy for Gabe.



A soccer piñata! 8 boys without blindfolds? It was over within a few swings...



And dad's brilliant idea on a hot, summer day - water guns. The boys went crazy over this.



I look forward to celebrating many more birthdays with this little boy.