Double birthday

Happy birthday to Dad and little brother Tom Monday and today! :) We had a combo birthday party for them on Monday for family night. We tried to eat early so we had time to hang out and get home before 8:30. It didn't happen that way but we had a good time. Dan and Tom were tearing the roof off the back of the house when we got there. They are moving right along on the house remodel that's been 8 years in the planning stage.

Coop was sleeping on the couch (that whole daylight savings screwed up the routine thing) and Toby and Jess had a blast playing outside in the dirt/rocks/construction mess. Jessie built a teeter-totter sort of toy with rope and wood lying around. They turned it into a swing thanks to a little Grandpa and Uncle Tom muscle which had the kids occupied for as long as said muscles could stand it. We ate brisket, garlic mashed potatoes and broccoli salad for dinner followed by ice cream cake and German chocolate cake for the birthday boys. It's nice to have family close. We really miss Ken and Cassie and their family!