Seven!

 On Connor's actual birthday, we had to surprise him again first thing in the morning...

Of course, he thought about it & found a clever way to "get around" our surprise. 

Typical. Connor. Style. 

Then, the only thing he wanted to do for his birthday, was head to the Lego store to compete in the "super jump" contest (where you jump a super hero figurine with a little finger flicker onto a bulls-eye). There were about 15 kids competing ranging from ages 4 (if you count Ashlyn's attempt, which we will) to about age 14. The 13 & 14 year-olds took this quite seriously, as did our seven year old. In the end with a little skill and a lot of luck, Connor was the grand champion & won himself his own birthday present!! Best. Birthday. Ever.

Then Connor invited 5 school friends to join us for a mini-golf party. I wasn't 100% sure that first graders could actually play mini-golf very well, but at least they were excited to be there!

The first-graders took the game quite seriously & actually were very good! Even the 4-year old sisters played well for most of the 18 holes.

 However, after about 14 holes, our two four-year-olds decided they were ready to "take a break" (quit) and it was sort-of a contagious decision. Only Connor & two friends finished the grueling 18 hole round.

 Inside we played some golf games, ate cupcakes, & opened presents. My favorite card of ALL. TIME. was written to Connor, "I am not sure if I will have fun at your party, but I will try to play golf." (Love. The. Honesty. Anna Mae.)

 As is the case every single time I volunteer in Connor's classroom with my two helpers in tow, first-graders love Connor's sisters. Hugs all around.

 Connor posing with his girls:

Seven-year-olds are so fun. We had a blast!