Happy Birthday Maddox!

September 10th brought Maddox's second birthday. We didn't do a lot of partying but he was really excited to play with the things Grandma Susan sent him. So thanks Grandma. And we want to thank Great-Grandpa Charlie who sent the movie for Maddox's special day!



"Reading" the birthday card from Grandma Susan surrounded by his gifts from her.



Grandma Susan was sweet enough to think of Gabe. She sent him a present too.



The boys playing with their new stuff from Grandma Susan.



This group is standing in front of a salon that is on the ground floor of our apartment building. We are not sure what to call this. Most business do this "lineup" kind of thing daily. Don't know if it's a pep talk or more of a yell at you all until you get it right thing. Either way, we get a kick out of imagining what they are saying...."Work hard and love your communist country!"



Maddox had literally fallen asleep sitting up. We usually spend our Saturdays exploring and sightseeing. And often we don't get home until after the start of nap time. As you can see, that was no problem for Maddox. He seems to have a "I'll make do with whatever/where ever" attitude.