Happy Birthday MD

Happy 16th Birthday

to 

MD!!!

Can't believe it!  He's 16!!!!

OH, my!

He is such a special young man!

He LOVES farming.  He really LOVES spending time with the family!  He is helpful, caring with the girls AND JM -- most of the time, funny and thoughtful.  He is a thinker AND a procrastinator.  He LOVES the youth group, FFA, TV and texting (I HATE that phone :))  He is a straight A student. He learned how to play the guitar this last year AND has a girlfriend, now. 

Of course, as a mom I love that he LOVES the LORD!  He strives to do the right thing and admits when he falters.  He is seeing his weaknesses and trying to work on them.  I LOVE this.  He is willing to talk with us and his youth pastor.  He has a great group of friends!  I actually LOVE when they come over!

So, for his birthday he decided to spend the evening with the family --- even though all his guy-friends were going paint-balling.  His girlfriend and my parents came over for dinner.  BUT after paint-balling all the guys came over to spend the night.  They played video games and watch movies most of the night.

MD's dinner choice --

BERNIO'S Pizza!

The Twist, Hot Wings AND Pepperoni Pizza --- YUMMY!

Apples and caramel dip AND chips and dip.  

Dinner time :)

Opening Gifts!

 LOVE his smile in this picture!

 Fun card from Other Nanny and Pa!

 LOTS of Duct Tape from Pa.  Yes, he asked for this!

 Happy about this!

A fishing trip with dad!

His favorite dessert --

Cheesecake with strawberries.

AND

In the morning I made his favorite ---

homemade waffles with fresh maple syrup and sausage.

YUMMY!

I know many are wondering about a car -- because of a mix-up with his drivers training classes -- he will not be able to get his licence until June.  He can't wait -- I'm ok about it :)

We continue to pray that God will use MD in a mighty way.  We pray that MD will continue to follow HIM and make good choices.  We pray that he is a good friend, helps others, LOVES people and has fun doing it!  AND of course this year -- we pray for SAFETY and good health!

We love you, MD!