6:20am

With no word of explanation - just a mere clambering up and inbetween two giant sleeping bodies (well, giant in comparison to his) - our youngest welcomed in the day on our behalf. Unlike most mornings, he was already fully dressed and ready for his busy day. My husband gained coherency more quickly than I and almost immediately exclaimed, "Happy Birthday to a wonderful 6-year old boy!" Flashing a grin from side to side, hugs were distributed and he announced his intentions to go to Louissa's bed (after all, he had already visited NanaNay and Milla.)

Ah, the exuberance some people find in merely living!

We will have one long, celebratory, exciting, fun-filled day (or two) at my house. Hope yours is as wonderful!