Celebrating Under the Sea

We had a blast today celebrating Cade's 3rd BD with family.  A few weeks ago, we took Cade to Sea World for his BD as a family, so we continued with an "under the sea" theme and cake/ice cream.  Cade's favorite animal on his invitations was the turtle, so we stuck with the turtle theme!  Charles had a slide show of our Sea World pictures on the TV while everyone could enjoy "fish food" (chex mix), lots of sweets, and "turtle tea" (green tea/lemonade).  Gamee of course made Cade's BD cake which was a turtle coming out of the water!  I am continually AMAZED at her works of art!  Cade was so surprised and loved it!  His favorite part of the day was of course opening his presents!  Stephen's presents were a big hit with 25 hot wheels, 5 books, coloring pad, crayons, bubbles, and a boat!  Cade's face was priceless and he was bouncing around on his toes with excitement!  He also loved his new scooter from Nonnie/Poppie, and his outdoor water ball and snake from Uncle Christopher/Aunt Heather!  Cade continued to hop around when he saw the "I spy" book from Aunt Mendy/Uncle Chris/Mackenzie/Jax, although he didn't know what to do (YET) with the iTunes gift card!  Finally, as if he was not blessed enough, Cade opened his gift from Nana/Papa and Gamee/Grampee.  He was SO SHOCKED when he opened up his very own "PONE" (aka: iPod Touch)!  It was so special to see him so happy.  As everyone was leaving, we had party favors at "Cade's Candy Shop."  Everyone had their own bag and could fill it with whatever candy they wanted.  It was truly a day to remember.  Cade said it best when he told Grampee, "Today was a fine day."  I just love my little man!  

And Finally, I had to add this last picture courtesy of Gamee/Grampee!  After the party was over, they took Cade on a special trip to Walmart to buy a "suitcase" for all of his new Hot Wheel Cars from Stephen!  He was so excited about his suitcase and was adorable coming home.  I love this pic of him at Walmart!