here, finally, are some photos from max's birthday and the party held a few days later.  he had a great time with dad at the us open golf tournament on his actual birthday, june 13 (wednesday).  what 5-year old gets to go to the us open??!  max does!  the boys had a fun time and max was quite excited about seeing tiger woods!  "in real life, mom."  awesome.

a couple of days later (friday), his buddy luke turned 5.  max got to go with luke for a fun day at "happy hollow", followed by lunch at the uffelman casa and movie time.  they had such a great day.  at the end of the day, we joined them for dinner and dessert to celebrate luke.  fun night! 

the next day (saturday), it was time for the big birthday party! it was the hottest day of the year - of course. couldn't have been more miserable. 92 or 94 degrees i think. i took the boys to the park in the morning since they were bouncing off the walls and we (brent) spent the day getting the house in order for the festivities. lawn to be cut, house to be cleaned, pop-up tents to be put up, cake and balloons to be picked up, snacks to be put out, ice to be purchased and drinks to be chilled. lots going on and all of a suddent it was 4pm and the people began to arrive. we are so thankful to our neighbors and friends who helped us out with umbrellas and misting system and chairs! thank you all! although it was hotter than ever, the party was fun. the lizard lady was awesome and the kids loved her! we ate and drank and enjoyed everyone's company and appreciate so much everyone coming to celebrate our max.