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Shepherd’s turn

Not to be outdone by his slightly-younger sister, Shepherd decided to go ahead and turn a year older, too.

Soooo, he’s five now.



Really, Shep?

You’re five?



Still can’t believe it.



He was anticipating his big day for weeks.

Nay, months.



And at last, after having to endure his younger sister’s birthday, it was his turn.



He, like Vivienne, asked for some Leap Frog products.

And no, much to my chagrin, we do not own any stock in Leap Frog.

Nor do we get anything for posting about how much our kids love it.

But still… they love the stuff.



Really, Shep? FIVE?

Moving on.

Then it was time for the much anticipated cookie cake. Thankfully not decorated by me, but by a very nice lady at the bakery.

Who can actually use frosting to write something intelligible.



Candles were extinguished.

Cake and ice cream were devoured.

And Shepherd was happy.

And so, we were too.

Happy Number Five, little man.


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  1. Shonni says

    November 9, 2011 at 7:01 PM

    His little face just explodes with all that 5 year old happiness!!

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  2. Dusty says

    November 9, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    Happy 5th birthday!!!

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  3. Kirstie Bikakis says

    November 9, 2011 at 7:08 PM

    Happy Birthday Shepard! Hope you had a very wonderful and special day! (:
    Birthday wishes from Nebraska <3
    -Kirstie Bikakis

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  4. Sheri says

    November 9, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    Happy Birthday Shepherd!!
    Hope your day is fantastic!!

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  5. Diana says

    November 9, 2011 at 7:27 PM

    He is soooooo CUTE!!!!! I have a cute 5 year old over here, that he needs to meet someday!!!

    Happy Birthday Shepherd!

    Hugs,
    Diana

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  6. kristi says

    November 9, 2011 at 7:47 PM

    Happy, happy birthday Shep! Your smile just lights up the blog!
    And I had forgotten how close in age he is to my big boy. I think they’d create lots of mischief together I’m ever lucky enough to actually meet you and your crew. ๐Ÿ™‚
    Oh, and curiosity is killing me, what gift card brought such a huge smile?

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  7. Kimberley Byrd says

    November 9, 2011 at 7:48 PM

    Happy Birthday Shepherd!!!!! My girls love their Leap Frog:) Plus it keeps them super busy…gotta love that!

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  8. Patricia/nyc says

    November 9, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    Happy 5th BIrthday, Shepherd!!!!

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  9. martha says

    November 9, 2011 at 8:09 PM

    Happy 5th birthday

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  10. Eva says

    November 9, 2011 at 8:10 PM

    Aw. One whole hand. ๐Ÿ˜‰ Next year, it’ll take both of them to show just how big he’s getting.

    Happy 5th Birthday, Shepherd!

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  11. Sarah says

    November 9, 2011 at 8:25 PM

    Happy Birthday Shep!
    I can’t believe he’s five.

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  12. Sis says

    November 9, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    Beautiful Boy! Such sparkling eyes! I love his enthusiasm! Happy Birthday Shep!

    ~Sis
    http://adoption-thecrookedroad.blogspot.com

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  13. Nancy says

    November 9, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    Happy birthday, Shepard!
    I mean really… could he get any cuter!

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  14. Ashley says

    November 9, 2011 at 10:13 PM

    I cannot believe he is 5! I remember your adoption trip like it was yesterday. He is adorable and getting so big! Happy Birthday Shepard!

    Ashley

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  15. Jennifer says

    November 10, 2011 at 1:28 AM

    Happy Birthday little man!!!

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  16. No Greater Love says

    November 10, 2011 at 2:52 AM

    Happy Birthday!!!!

    He looks sooooo happy. I just love these pictures.

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  17. Terri says

    November 10, 2011 at 4:06 AM

    Happy BIrthday Shepard!!!!!

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  18. Aus says

    November 10, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    Happy Birthday Shep – have many many more!

    hugs – aus and co.

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  19. tish says

    November 10, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    ugh!!! 5???? why do they keep getting older? my fave pic is the one of him with the package that says “shep”…such a cute expression!

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  20. Jeunesse Nageotte says

    November 10, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    My word, is he cute!

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  21. Karen says

    November 10, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    They grow up way to fast, don’t they? Happy birthday Shepherd.

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  22. Lisa says

    November 11, 2011 at 1:18 AM

    Happy birthday Shepard!!!! Love his little grin, also noticed one of the bands on his wrist from Streeter! Happy birthday sweet boy!!!!!,!,

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  23. Heather Peterson says

    November 11, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    You are one of the greatest gift that this sweet little boy could have ever received! I’m in awe of him and all his sweetness and in awe of you. Your heart and what you have done to change this boys life are so life changing it blows my mind! You have made an impact on this world in such a huge way just by loving this little man! Gosh never let yourself forget how stinkin amazing that is! Happy birthday sweet Shepard!

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  24. MUS says

    November 11, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    Happy 5!
    Nice to meet you ๐Ÿ˜‰

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  25. Sandy says

    November 11, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    Sweet! Looks like a great birthday! (And we also love the Leap Frog toys at our house- great learning tools for the kids, aren’t they?)

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  26. amy says

    November 11, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    What an incrdiable smile!…and such a zest for life. Bless his heart! What an angel!
    A big Hug for him!

    Reply
  27. Mark says

    November 17, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    Happy belated birthday, Shep!! Five is a totally AWESOME age!

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