Our little guy turned 2 on Monday, following a fun weekend of visiting with Uncle Mike and Aunt Terri, plus a small celebration with Trevor, Aunt Cindy and Uncle Rick on Saturday night. Connor was a little overwhelmed by Monday, but we kept his actual birthday simple and kid-friendly. One of Tom's favorite birthday traditions is picking out your favorite dinner for your birthday. His mom would cook whatever he wanted. With Connor, it's a little trickier because he doesn't say exactly what his favorite is. Being a hearty eater, we know he won't turn down a good meal, but older brother Ian stepped in to help Connor's choice. And we ended up at McDonald's. 
Following McDonald's, we went to Cold Stone Creamery-which is a family favorite and the boys got to choose ice cream as a treat. (we had an ice cream cake on Saturday-so Connor did have an official cake) The sugar put Connor in a stellar mood-running about and smiling. 
A few of my family and friends have children who are much older now, but I will say that it is very hard to believe that Connor is already two. I feel like life passes us in the blink of an eye.My autism comment of the day......Connor tends to be overwhelmed by a lot of new and different things. We kept the presents to a few and dispersed them over a few days, but it's hard to have a lot of new things in the house. For many kids with autism, overstimulation can lead to some dramatic meltdowns. (especially with an older brother who wants to play with the new toys too) We have to remember to keep things simple for him.
7 comments:
Good to see you back. I was worried about you. I hope you are feeling better.
Glad you had a nice series of birthday celebrations and that Conner had a good time.
Beatiful photos of a beautiful boy. Happy Birthday, Connor!
Happy Birthday! That face is irresistable :)
Happy birthday!!!!!!
Hes gorgeous!! :)
Oh, he is such a doll, Linda!! It looks like he really enjoyed his meal & dessert! I personally love the Coldstone Creamery choice!!
We have that rule too about the birthday person picking their meal. I choose to go out. My boys both choose a home cooked meal.
Keeping things simple is good for us all, leaves room to appreciate the good stuff.
I love the pic at McDonalds. Did he get a prize in his meal?
And Coldstone Rocks, I gain 5 pounds driving past it. They just opened down the road and I pass it on the way home. Oy!
Glad you're feeling better - was thinking of you.
Happy Birthday Connor from Di/Si/Mi and Siren sends an extra howl.
Connor's sugar rush at Coldstone was truly legendary. He let us know in his own way that he was very happy with his birthday treat.
And yes, it is very hard to believe that he is now Two! Happy Birthday C!
It's hard to believe Connor is two already. He's such a cutie. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU CONNOR!
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