Connor enjoyed his birthday very much.  He has such a good memory that he remembered every request he had placed for his big day.  He woke up earlier than usual as he was so excited.  He was looking for the banner upstairs and was thrilled to see that it was being hung downstairs with the balloons.  But the little greedy boy added "Mommy, but I want 10 balloons".  He also wanted to bring many pictures and books to school, but he later agreed to bring the photo poster that we had made for Logan in the past along with one of his favorite books.   
    After working half day and a dental visit, I arrived at Connor’s school after their nap for Connor’s "Spotlight".  Connor was a bit shy to receive all the attention, but he agreed to sit on the teacher’s lap.  Ms. Julie talked to Connor and the class about Connor’s favorite things, then she read his book to the class.  They looked at Connor’s picture poster together and lastly they sang a birthday song to him.  Connor ran to me periodically and was enjoying the special attention.  Afterward, the kids all sat down for a snack, then Connor and I wrapped up to go home.
Connor always loves to help out, and he looked forward to helping me prepare for his get-together tomorrow.  First I recruited his help to try a new recipe of Oreo cupcakes.  He lined the pans, opened up the cookies and stirred in the cookies in the mixture.  Later while he was helping with the fruits and vegetables, he sang and he snacked on them with my permission.  He was one little cheerful helper!
When Logan came home too, Logan reminded Connor to open the presents.  We first directed Connor to go upstairs to see the little surprise we had for him.  Stuart had put together a new desk for him in the morning; Connor was thrilled to see it and quickly sat by it.  Connor was appreciative and spent time opening and looking at each card and gift he received.  He told us that he would use the money from Pou Pou and Auntie Julie & Uncle Andrew to buy "Pirate Booties" to eat.  He played with the stickers from Auntie Dora, and was happily surprised to see the cool Waldo books from grandparents.  He played quietly with the art and craft toy from the Changs on his new desk and he was proud to show me his "project" later.  Logan was excited for Connor to open the gift that was from him to Connor, the Beyblade stadium.  All of us ended up spending quite a bit of time playing with that the evening.
Connor really enjoyed his birthday.  I felt like we did quite a bit as I was exhausted by end of the day.  While I was resting my legs on the couch, Connor came over to hug me and said "Mommy, I am always going to be your baby. Forever!"  He made the day of busy work all worth it.