Simon's 5th Birthday!

We started the morning of Simon's fifth birthday with the traditional cake reveal. I don't know why Simon reverted to baby talk for this event--probably overly excited.

Then, after having his favorite breakfast (crepes with powdered sugar) we headed to the pool for a playdate with Donovan.

Simon had apparently been squatting on the edge of the diving board for quite some time when I came out of the bathroom. I thought I could trigger a jump by newly arriving on the scene and telling Simon I was making a video to show the grandparents.  It worked!

We stayed at the pool until nearly 3pm because the kids were having so much fun.  We finally headed home where Simon spent some time with his other friend: a little black beetle he found when we were leaving the pool.

We had Simon's favorite supper: grilled salmon, green beans, and couscous.

Then it was time for cake!

Finally, it was time to open the birthday presents!

Simon got an analogue wristwatch (which he can read accurately to the minute),

a clock for his bedroom,

a launching rocket,

and a proper bug house.

He quickly transferred his beetle to his new home.

What a great day with this wonderful, cute, sweet five-year-old!