Gone Fishin'-Fischer's 4th Birthday

I can't believe I have a 4 year old. Fischer is growing up so fast. Yesterday we celebrated his birthday in true Fischer style by having a Fishing Party.  It was a good time had by all. Here are some pictures from his party.

INVITATION

DECORATIONS

CAKE

Front view

Top View

FOOD

For drinks our guest had the option of Fresh Spring Water or Lake Water (Apple Juice)

Dinner consisted of Hot dogs and Chili with a few fishy side dishes.

We had seaweed salad (green salad)

A bucket of worms (jello) Salmon Eggs (grapes) Fish and chips

We also provided bobbers and reels.

A party isn't complete without some fun games.  Our guest enjoyed fishing at Fischer's Fishin' Hole.

Even Griffin got in some fishing.

Next we had our Fish and Bait Challenge.  The guest were the fish while we lured them in with bait.  First "Fish" to eat the worm won the round. 

We even got the big boys to come out for the bait.

FISH TOSS
I had a fish toss game that was out for anyone to play with it.  This was by far Griffin's favorite game.

After games we had Fischer open presents. Here are just a few of the gifts he received.

Every year Grandpa Mike has a stick for each grandchild that he marks how tall they are that year

Afterwords we sang happy birthday and let Fischer blow out his candles.

When the party was over we thanked our guest for coming and each of the kids received their own tackle box complete with worms and minnows (red sweetish fish)

Happy Birthday Fischer!  We sure love you.  Can't wait to see what this next year has in store for us. 

Elf Magic

So glad I was able to capture this cute moment.

Me: Fischer, What are you doing?
F: Roasting marshmallows with Pres (the name of our elf) but don't worry Mom, me being REALLY careful not to touch him.
(He had used the kitchen chair to get himself a marshmallow and toothpick.)

Snow Day

Eating Snow

Griffin enjoyed the snow too.

The dogs weren't really sure they loved the snow. They decided they didn't want to stay and play shortly after this.

Making Snow Angels

Fischer fell and got stuck in a snow bank.  It was actually  funny to see him try and dig himself out. I eventually went and helped rescue him.

A snow day wouldn't be complete without warming up to some hot cocoa afterwords.

Santa Claus

Yesterday I took the kids to see Santa Claus.  We got there early and were one of the first in line.  Santa was so cute with the kids.  Since we were early and Santa's little helpers weren't quite ready, he came and visited with the children.  When Fischer and Griffin got up to sit on his lap there wasn't anyone else waiting so Santa sang some songs and told the boys about each of his reindeer and a little bit about their personalities. It was really cute to watch the two boys interact with him and have Santa take the time to interact with them too.  We know he gets busy listening to all the kids request for Christmas but I was really glad that he took a few minutes to make this experience a special one for them.
 

Thanksgiving Week

We had a fun but busy Thanksgiving week.  All of Karl's family was in town so we made the most of it. Fischer and Griffin loved playing with all their cousins. Here are pictures from some of the weeks events.
Tuesday: Chuck-E-Cheese

Riding in the car with Kinsley

Griffin and I were playing fuse ball against Daddy and Fischer.  Griffin made for a great goalie.

Wednesday: Swimming

Fischer racing down the slides with Parker

Thursday: Thanksgiving Day

Karl, Fischer and the dogs started the morning off with their own Mini Turkey Bowl football game. (Griffin was sleeping).

Sadie is running for a touchdown

It was Fischer and the dogs against Daddy

Later that day we went to the Christensen's where we enjoyed a delicious Thanksgiving Feast and the kids played some more.

Since we had everyone together we decided we ought to update the family photo.

Grandma and Grandpa with all the grandkids

The Family

Friday: Iceskating

Griffin got to cruise along in the stroller

Daddy was doing "hockey stops" with Fischer

 Afterwords we stopped at Leatherby's for some dinner and icecream.

It was a fun week for everyone.  So glad we have such great family that we can do these type of things with. 

No Training Wheels

Yesterday while eating lunch Fischer told me that he wanted me to take his training wheels off his bike.  I was kind of surprised with this new information as we hadn't been pushing this but decided if he said he was ready we would give it a shot.  When Daddy got home he took the training wheels off.  Within a couple tries Fischer was a pro.  I am so proud of him and this milestone he has accomplished.

Pheasant Hunt

Fischer went on his first Pheasant Hunt.  They got their limit within the first 30 minutes. He, "Dad," and dog had a great time.