We were lucky enough to be able to celebrate Eli's 6th birthday with him.  We were in town for Connor and Whitney's wedding (a separate post to come about that) and Eli's birthday just happened to be that same day.  The kid was a trooper and surprisingly patient about not being able to celebrate and open presents until super late that night.  So,  after the wedding festivities we celebrated and spoiled him with all sorts of presents any 6 year old would love.  He's not a big fan of cake, (boy after my own heart), but wanted a blue cake.  I suggested we dye cool whip blue and make him an ice cream cake.  It was a success!  We were glad to be there and had a great time putting his water guns and super soakers to the test the following day.  Too bad I don't have any pictures from the water fight.....

Merricks - a few photos from the birthday are in the gallery.