Monday, February 24, 2014

Pretty Obsessed with this Little Man

Our littlest man just turned SEVEN!  It's hard to believe that our little "Golden Pig" born during one of the luckiest zodiac years in China is SEVEN YEARS OLD!  Unfortunately, he's not listening when we tell him to stop growing older, and we wish we could freeze this time,  but regardless, each year we adore him even a little more!!

 
Our newly turned SEVEN-year-old is pretty obsessed with basketball! This boy knows as many facts and figures of any NBA player on any NBA team, as any other true NBA fan does.  He is way beyond watching childhood cartoons, and would much rather spend his time on ESPN with his older brothers and dad.  If the NBA game happens to go past his bedtime, the next morning he's bound to awake early to check the final score on his IPAD---especially if it has anything to do with his favorite team, the Golden State Warriors!  Not only is he an avid fan, this boy can definitely play the game too.  From early morning to literally moments before bedtime, this boy can be found shooting the ball either inside his room, or out on the court.  Yes, this little boy is pretty obsessed with the game, and we are pretty obsessed with him too!
 
 
With a basketball obsession this strong, it only made sense to celebrate Preston's birthday around the love of this sport.  Thanks to a fantastic older brother who not only planned the particulars for the party, but also took charge, and managed all 15 kids perfectly!! Without question, this birthday celebration could not have been any more perfect!!
 
Tyson discussing the party plans with Preston and Dad........
 

 
 The Party Room is Ready.......
 



The guests arrive......


And head out to the Court.......


First, Tyson leads the "team" in some conditioning skills........








On to a game of Knock-Out, and a Free-Throw Contest.......







A Five Minute Break for the Team



And the tournament begins.....

 




Time for Pizza and Cake for a lot of Hungry Hoopsters......
 





 
NEVER enough sugar at a birthday party, so ALWAYS a need for a piñata......

 
Three strikes was all this piñata needed.......





 
And what's a tournament without an awards ceremony.....





But without a doubt, Tyson awards the MVP to........
PRESTON WILDE......(and the crowd goes wild)




 
Truly, a fabulous birthday party headed up by a fabulous older brother, who like the rest of his family, has a whole lot of love for our littlest SPORT!!


 
 WE LOVE YOU LITTLE BUDDY!

 
 


4 comments:

Laura Copeland said...

Wow! What a party! Every last detail was planned out! That was such a wonderful way to get every kid involved and having a fantastic time. Yes, we think our buddy Preston is pretty special, too. So glad you had such a great party, Preston!

Beverly said...

I loved seeing Preston's perfect party!! He has the knack for creating a festive flare. Happy birthday to your special youngest son, Preston. He has the best smile ever!!

Six Girls and One Boy said...

What a darling boy and party! He has definitely brought all of you so much joy throughout these last seven years. I can't believe he is that old--seems just like yesterday he was born. Tyson is growing up, too. What a sweet thing to do for his brother! We're excited to see all of you in a little over a month.

m and c said...

He is just adorable. And what a fun party. Your house looks divine Alison!