The Bayres: Oliver Turns 3

Oliver turned 3 on Saturday so we had his party on his actual birthday this year. We had a party with friends and family at Wabun Park in Minneapolis. We couldn't have asked for better weather. It was warm and sunny. And the leaves are changing and starting to fall here so it was just a gorgeous day. It was a morning party so we had coffee, fruit, and pastries and then cupcakes later. We've done a color theme every year and this year was yellow. Chris made chocolate peanut butter cupcakes from scratch that were delicious. Oli has been developing his sweet tooth this year so we were surprised that he wasn't that interested. He's been incrementally more interested in his birthday cupcake each year, but still just took a few small bites. Unfortunately we didn't get many photos from the party. We were too busy having a good time. Thanks to everyone who made it!

getting set up

thinking about blowing out his candles

father & son

Later in the day we went to another park and then to Punch Pizza, one of Oli's favorite restaurants where he devoured an entire margherita pizza and then ate some of his cousin's cheese pizza too.

love this expression

serious on the swings

looking like a big kid

swings are still fun

balance beam

At night he opened some more presents and then crashed from a long day. Thanks to all who sent him presents. You're all so generous!

I can't believe you're already 3 years old Oli. Wasn't it just yesterday that your dad and I were eating pizza in the hospital with a newborn baby in our arms? I love you so much. You're smart, imaginative, funny, talkative, stubborn, playful, and sweet. You make us laugh and keep us on our toes. I can already tell that each birthday is going to feel bittersweet. I want to keep you little and I'm also excited to watch you grow. xoxo