Tyran is 3!!!

I cannot believe that my little baby is 3 years old! It seems like yesterday that he met his big sister for the first time:

He seems so much closer in age to Nahla now, as they play together and play pretend.

When Nahla was given a new stuffed toy by her teacher, she chose an elephant for Ty's birthday. She rushed upstairs wrapped it up and managed to keep it a secret from him for a while week! On the morning of his birthday, she was more excited to give it to him than he could ever be receiving it! Though he does sleep with "Tyran the Ellie" every night!

We spent the day of Ty's birthday at the zoo with Grandma. 

For his birthday, Grandma bought a season's pass to the zoo so that we can go all through the summer. 

Once Adam got home from work, we went on our traditional family birthday sushi dinner!

Tyran wanted a green pirate ship for his birthday, so I made green cupcakes for the day of his birthday...

...and a pirate ship cake for his party!

He was a happy little boy to be able to celebrate with his family and friends.

And, as always, he received some very special gifts.

Recently, Ty became very attached to the NY Yankees hat that Papa bought for his last year. It is too small for him, but he wanted to wear it all of the time. So, Papa found his own very first Yankees hat and gave it to Ty for his birthday! I don't think that Ty truly understands the significance, but he will one day. Right now, he is just happy to have a "Papa hat" that doesn't leave a bruise on his head.

Uncle Brian brought over an incredibly fun remote control fire truck that sprays water and everything! It was a huge hit...

After we got it put to together and running!

Overall, Ty's birthday was very special, and now, because he is three, he can go to swimming lessons, "just like Nahla"!

Perhaps I should have been more clear in my explanation of just what this means!

A quick blast from the past:

Ty's First birthday...

And his second birthday...

Time is flying far too quickly.