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Ryan's 34th

We had so much fun today celebrating Ryan's 34th birthday.  Tuesday's are one of his days off, so we were able to get out and enjoy the entire day together.  We spent the afternoon at Union Park in Des Moines, and then went to Fong's in Ankeny tonight for dinner!  We had a great time as a family.

Riding the Heritage Carousel in Union Park!  The carousel dates back to the early 20th century and is entirely made of wood!  You feel like you are riding a piece of history when you get on.

After the carousel ride.

Union Park is also home to a rocket slide!  My fellow Washingtonians will know exactly what I'm talking about!  Jack loved the Rocket Slide.  Lia--not so much!

After the carousel and rocket slide, we cooled off at the splash pad. This was more Lia's style.  She had a blast running in and out of the fountains.

   Jack took this picture himself--pretty impressive!
Family selfie at the park

Jack with the helmet on at Fong's
Birthday dinner! Lia is showing you her awesome dragon coloring.
Lia and I--pretty much sums it up!
What would we do without Amy?  She brought Ryan over some of her delicious cake balls.  This guy is spoiled!


J&L picked out a very special 4th of July cake for Daddy.  Lia blew out about half of the candles right after this picture. We re-lit them though, so Dad could make a wish.

I wonder what he wished for?

 Happy birthday, Ryan!  We love you and are so glad that you're ours!!!


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