Twenty-seven years ago Dale and I went out with another couple and enjoyed some good Chinese food in Wenatchee. All through the night we were timing contractions. Five hours later a cute little boy was born.
In honor of this wonderful son's birthday I present the many faces of KC.
I believe we could say this is the contented playful look.
This is the goofy look, coming from how many apple stickers Aaron could stick on his face.
The tired warrior look, after spending HOURS with a sword down the back of his underwear. Somehow he always had that covering for his swords.
The invincible look that lets all around him know he can take you down, especially if you are Shredder.
One of my most favorite looks- the loving look. It appears most often and is most appreciated.
This is the sweet look that tells everyone I'm a great person. Now can I go play?
The scary look - or the sickly beat up look. I guess you could take your pick.
The "I've got a massive head of hair and I'm not afraid to use it" look.
The look one gets from expelling large of amounts of hot air.
His look of excitement when a meal is ready to be consumed. (Do the jammy pants and Hawaiian shirt remind you of anyone?)
The actor in character look.
The look of accomplishment.
KC, we love you and all the many looks we enjoyed with you over the years. (I love the dimple)You truly are one of a kind, and the kind I'm glad we were honored to help guide through the past twenty-seven years. Have a great birthday.
The look one gets from expelling large of amounts of hot air.
His look of excitement when a meal is ready to be consumed. (Do the jammy pants and Hawaiian shirt remind you of anyone?)
The actor in character look.
The look of accomplishment.
KC, we love you and all the many looks we enjoyed with you over the years. (I love the dimple)You truly are one of a kind, and the kind I'm glad we were honored to help guide through the past twenty-seven years. Have a great birthday. 
We took Doug's boat up for the day to the end of the lake, the only way one can get there is by foot, boat or plane. 
We took the obligatory picture once we got there. See they can smile and pose without goofiness.
Well, maybe not. Marissa claims she always is in front. The battle began.
We bought some beautiful pastries from the bakery, a great place to eat! The girls all sat on the bench on the same side. Physics lesson: Can you see where I am going here? Girls were okay
Pastries, they didn't handle the flying as well. That didn't stop us though. The bees drove us back in the building where the girls were very careful where they sat.
This has always been a favorite picture of mine. It shows her impishness mixed with lots of sweetness.
Marissa has always been full of energy. When little she used to stomp one of her feet really quickly. It was cute to watch. Therefore, Thumper became a nickname.
She loves "doing" and always with a smile on her face.
She's very fashionable.
Marissa likes to be with people. I believe I can honestly say that family would be her top picks to sleep outside with her, go to concerts, and hang out with. But she must do it with someone, she can't do anything alone.
She loves to have fun, and she loves to be the center of the fun. We tease her that her initials are ME, as in all about me-Marissa. But I know she gives way more to those around her.
Volleyball, basketball, track and softball were lots of fun to watch. She gave it all, just as she gives her relationships.
She also gave it all to her love of pigs when she was younger. We couldn't feed her any pork product. The fair took away that love with the day to day care of the breeder pig she had.
One of my favorite pics. She has beautiful curls! I love when she leaves them in and doesn't spend time taking them out with a straightener.
Happy Birthday my sweet Rissa. Thanks for all the memories, the laughs, the loud stories, the talks, the wild games, the example of responsibility and just for being you. I love you!!!!! 
I have been thinking a lot lately on people who change your life for good. Helen and Leo definitely have done that for me. Here's a short tribute to two great people who I believe exemplified being nice.
Thanks for taking time to hear about my Grammy's visit at my house. I'm tired, but probably not as exhausted as Grammy. She tried to keep up with me, but she was too slow. 
Everyone has their own version of fun. Jim's was to run in front of me as I'm taking a picture. I guess he didn't see the telephoto lens out.
For some fun is catching some Sportscenter until the time your wife who made you dress up escorts you to the formal dinner.
For others it's a good party, even if you leave without cake - both times!
The cake had a weird taste at this party. 
Party Two - No cake, we were all too full from the surprise cake at dinner.
I'm assuming the cake from this party is still sitting on the table of mom and dad's deck.
For many fun is teaching the fine points of the macarena.
Fun is being able to hold a glacier in your hand.
Fun for many is being together learning a new card game that leaves your fingers bleeding because SOME of her sisters have long fingernails.
For many fun is giving people who want to take your picture a hard time. 
Kelsie was very accommodating.
Alyssa not so accommodating.
Kelsie would also imitate the wild creatures around.
For some fun is taking pictures to create visual memories. 
I brought a new camera with lots of memory. I took this because of the peaceful nature and the beauty of blue.
Fun with a camera is making many images of your favorite guy.
Fun with my camera also includes finding a great picture of your dad in a group of many and being able to crop to show the handsome fellow.
