He's Three!

For the benefit and blessing of family who couldn't be with us to join in our birthday celebrations, I share some of the highlights from Matthew's special day. ♥

 

Matthew's dinner of choice was strawberries, watermelon, and grapes. After a bit of encouragement, he also chose a main meal of carrots and chicken. We interpreted that to mean Mommy's Sunday meal of Creamy Chicken and Carrots. :)

And he chose cheesecake for dessert. I had never. made. cheesecake. Ever. After receiving an overwhelming response to my Facebook post requesting recipe suggestions, I chose a 3-step White Chocolate-Raspberry (turned Strawberry) Swirl Cheesecake. Three-steps seemed about right for my first attempt. :)

Eating cheesecake covered with strawberries is very serious business. :)

His new Duplos from G&G were a definite hit! :)

As was his jumbo-sized, Toddler-friendly John Deere Tractor. :)

But this gift was a puzzle ... literally. Where's the rest of the pieces, Grandma?

Thanks for joining us, Miss Joy! ♥

And thanks for the glow-sticks! They made an excellent collar for Matthew's new Spot puppy!

Happy 3, Monkey! We love you! ♥