Taylor, waiting patiently for presents (that's Jake, in the cage, and Andrew, out of the cage).
Aren't the girls getting so big? I didn't realize until looking at this picture. Taylor is 5'6", taller than me already. That's Tracy on the couch beside Paul, with Sarah climbing in his lap.
Grandma gave Taylor a Chinese calligraphy set. He also got a couple of Redwall books from Grandpa, and various art supplies from his siblings. Also, an air mattress, some gift certificates to Old Navy and Barnes and Noble, and clothes from Aunt Tracy and Uncle Eric.
Grandma, sitting in front of the newest member of our family, a snake named Flick.
Tracy and Eric. Taylor's other guests included his great-aunt, Sarah Jane, who was here in Alaska visiting my dad. Her childhood friend and the friend's husband were also here with Grandpa. Taylor's birthday cake was a carrot cake with German Chocolate Cake (creamy coconut and pecan) frosting. Paul made Spicy Mongolian Beef for dinner, and a great time was had by all!
