Happy 3rd Birthday, Jax!

Daddy and Jax enjoying a special breakfast.

All about 3!

Our morning began with a yummy breakfast that included eggs, bacon, strawberries and blueberry pancakes with warm maple syrup.  Jax loved his "3" pancakes.  John took the day off so that we could spend the day together.  It was a nice treat to have Daddy home for the day.

Mommy and Jax

Jax checking out his new lamp!

A special birthday message!

I began planning Jax's big boy room a few weeks ago.  Wow!  There was a lot to do but it was fun.  John and I made a deal when we were designing his nursery.  I got to choose the "baby" room as long as his big boy room was all about sports!  I followed through although I saw lots of other cute ideas for his big boy room. 

Animals - animals - here I come!

A friendly alligator??????

Yummy "3" sandwiches! 

Riding the carousel with Mommy!

Giraffees - where are you?

Riding the carousel with Daddy! and looking a little tired!

After breakfast we went to The Nashville Zoo.  Jax and I have been a couple of times but not with John.  We had so much fun looking at the animals.  Jax loved the new alligator exhibit.  He also loved seeing the giraffes - one of his favorite animals.  It was a great day to go because there was no crowd.  It was almost like we had the zoo to ourselves.  It was a very hot day but we enjoyed having time with Jax and seeing his excitement.  We packed our lunch including "3" sandwiches.  Jax rode the carousel twice and then it was time for home and a much needed nap.

Jax chose "the peanut place" for his birthday dinner.  Logan's Roadhouse is one of his favorite places.  His Granddaddy taught him very early to love the hot buttered rolls although I think he eats more butter than roll.  We enjoyed our dinner and then it was off to Wednesday night Bible classes. 

I made these sweet cookies for Jax to share with his friends at church.  I think they were a big hit with his classmates.  I know Jax loved them.

Let the fun begin!

Tools....just like Daddy's!

Adorable!  A special delivery from Uncle Jay.

Toy Story pajamas - yay!

A sweet card from Miss Robbie.

Yum - Yum!

Make a wish!

Finally!

Our wonderful day ended with a "mini" birthday party with a few presents and a yummy confetti cake with vanilla butter cream frosting.  Jax wanted to dig into his cake all day so he was very excited when it was actually time to have a piece.  John got him a tool set that he absolutely loves.  Jax is always "helping" daddy so it was the perfect gift.  He also got new pjs, a dino and a book.  Uncle Jay sent him an adorable bear and balloons for his special day.  Jax had a fantastic 3rd birthday.  John and I enjoyed every moment with our sweet boy.  We are so thankful for the joy that Jax brings into our lives.