Zachary is nine!

I've said it before, and I'll say it again:  One advantage of having four kids... more opportunities to eat birthday cake!  And, I got another such opportunity this evening.  It doesn't seem possible, but my Zachary is nine years old. 

the boy likes chocolate!

Grandma and Grandpa came over for some burgers and cake.

A couple of Dylan and Zachary's good buddies (twin brothers) live a few blocks around the corner, and they came over for some cake and ice cream.

I usually try to spend some time alone with my kids on or around their birthdays.  I worked a half day today, but I am supposed to be off Wednesday, so I think Zachary and I are going to plan an outing for part of the day.  Not sure, but it usually involves hiking or biking.

Nine? 

Boy, time sure flies when your kids are growing up!

Happy Birthday, Zachary!  You're my favorite Zachary in the whole world!