Happy 13th birthday Asher! First of all...just how in the world did this happen so fast. Watch out world, there's a newly minted teenager rearing to go. For Asher's big day, we celebrated with dinner at Fuddrucker's followed by pizookies at home. He's recently decided that burgers are awesome, and has left chicken nuggets behind. Part of growing up, I guess, but it sure took him a while to come around! He received some fun gifts, and per Dawson's request, we had some balloons. The first thing he said to me that morning was, "Mommy, we need to get balloons for Asher's birthday!" And so we did. He picked them out. Sadly, the little guy fell asleep at the table before dessert and missed the party, although as I tucked him in that night he asked me about it. Asher is a great big brother to Dawson and they can be such buddies. I love that.
We had a friend party for him a few weeks later too. For the celebration, we did an Escape Room at home, pizza, cookie cake and games. I think everyone had a great time and it's always fun to see a bunch of good kids getting together.
Turning 13 was just one part of his birthday this year. Last year, at age 12, he was ordained a Deacon and has been passing the sacrament each week at church. Watching him serve the ward in this way has been amazing as a mother. With the shifting of youth organization at the new year, and because he'll be 14 before 2020, he was also ordained a teacher in January! My parents came out for the weekend, and Aaron was part of the circle as well. What a special day for our family. We're especially proud of his dedication and worthiness to serve as he continues on his priesthood journey.
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